Spicy Green Onion Salad: The Perfect Partner for Grilled Meats!
The Ultimate Pair for BBQ: Refreshing Green Onion Salad
The ultimate side dish for freshly cooked rice and hot grilled meats! This crisp and zesty green onion salad is easy to make at home. With fresh vegetables and simple seasonings, anyone can follow along.
Freshness for Your Salad- 1/2 bunch fresh green onions
- 2 red chili peppers
- 1/2 onion
Flavor-Enhancing Seasoning- 1 Tbsp tuna extract (fish sauce)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract (fish sauce)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
It’s a great time to make a delicious salad because green onions are quite affordable right now. Trim off the root ends of the green onions, wash them thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt, and shake off the excess water. Cut them into pieces about a finger-length long, which is a convenient size for eating.
Step 2
Cut the prepared green onions into approximately 4-5 cm lengths, a good bite-size. Cutting them too short might cause them to break apart when mixing, so a length about the width of one finger is ideal for easy handling and a pleasant texture.
Step 3
The key to a great green onion salad is to mix it quickly, much like a fresh kimchi! In a large mixing bowl, combine the cut green onions, thinly sliced onion, and finely minced red chili peppers. The vibrant colors will make the salad look even more appetizing.
Step 4
Now it’s time to add the delicious seasonings to all the ingredients. For our special green onion salad dressing, prepare 1 tablespoon of tuna extract for a deep flavor, 1 tablespoon of gochugaru for a mild spiciness, half a tablespoon of fragrant minced garlic, and half a tablespoon of sugar for a touch of sweetness. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for a nutty aroma and half a tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of flavor. Mix these ingredients well.
Step 5
Pour the prepared seasoning over the ingredients in the mixing bowl. Gently toss the green onions, being careful not to mash them, until everything is well combined. Pay special attention to evenly distributing the gochugaru and sesame oil throughout the salad. It’s important to maintain the crisp texture of the green onions. As you’re mixing, you can’t help but imagine how delicious it would be wrapped around a piece of hot grilled pork belly. Just the thought makes your mouth water!
Step 6
There are many types of onions, like green onions, leeks, and scallions, each with its own unique flavor. However, green onions, in particular, form the most fantastic pairing with grilled meats compared to other onion varieties. On days like today, when the temperature can reach over 20 degrees Celsius, a fresh green onion salad is the perfect accompaniment. Just like the pleasant weather, create a delightful mealtime with this delicious green onion salad!
