Spicy and Tangy Gizzard Shad Sashimi Salad
Gizzard Shad Sashimi Salad: A Refreshing and Delicious Seasonal Dish
Discover how to make a refreshing and crispy gizzard shad sashimi salad, a perfect dish for the season. Enjoy the delightful combination of the fish’s savory flavor, the crisp vegetables, and the sweet and tangy dressing. This recipe will surely tantalize your taste buds!
Main Ingredients- 5 fresh Gizzard Shad
- 1/2 medium Radish
- 1 Green Chili Pepper
- 1 Red Chili Pepper
- 1/2 medium Onion
- 5 Perilla Leaves
Sweet and Tangy Dressing- 3 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Maesil Cheong (Plum syrup)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 3 Tbsp Vinegar
- A pinch of Sesame Seeds
- A pinch of minced Garlic
- 3 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Maesil Cheong (Plum syrup)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 3 Tbsp Vinegar
- A pinch of Sesame Seeds
- A pinch of minced Garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the fresh gizzard shad thoroughly under running water. Use a knife to remove the scales, and then clean out the head and innards. Make a slit along the belly of the fish to help with filleting, and then carefully create fillets.
Step 2
Next, meticulously remove any small bones from the fish fillets. Cut the fillets into bite-sized pieces. Don’t worry about removing every single bone; the bones add a delightful texture when eaten.
Step 3
Peel and thinly julienne the half radish. This radish will contribute a wonderful crunch to the salad, so aim for thin, even strips.
Step 4
Lightly salt the julienned radish and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Drain the excess water using a colander. For an even crispier texture, pat the radish dry with paper towels.
Step 5
Finely chop the green and red chili peppers after removing the seeds. Thinly slice the onion and stack the perilla leaves, roll them up, and then thinly slice them into fine shreds. Feel free to add any other vegetables you have in your refrigerator.
Step 6
In a large bowl, combine the prepared gizzard shad sashimi, julienned radish, chili peppers, onion, and perilla leaves.
Step 7
Now, let’s make the delicious sweet and tangy dressing. In a separate bowl, mix together 3 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 1 Tbsp maesil cheong, 1 Tbsp sugar, 3 Tbsp vinegar, a pinch of sesame seeds, and a pinch of minced garlic. Adjust the sugar and vinegar to your preference to achieve the perfect balance of sweet and sour.
Step 8
Pour the prepared dressing over the ingredients in the large bowl. Gently toss everything together, being careful not to mash the fish or vegetables. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Your crispy and flavorful gizzard shad sashimi salad is ready to be served and enjoyed immediately!
