Spicy & Tangy Onion and Chive Pickle Sauce
How to Make Korean BBQ Style Onion Sauce: Onion and Chive Pickle Recipe
Many of you might be enjoying delicious grilled meats at home! Today, we’re sharing a recipe for the essential #OnionPickle #OnionSauce that’s a must-have with meat dishes: #KoreanBBQOnionSauce and #ChiveOnionSauce. Pickling onions and chives creates a wonderfully crisp, refreshing, and flavorful condiment. It’s also a delightful side dish that can add a zesty touch to any meal, not just with grilled meats. By mellowing the sharpness of the onions and tossing them with chives and a mustard-infused dressing, the tangy kick will have you reaching for more. So, let’s get started on this simple yet indispensable #OnionPickleSauce that perfectly complements your favorite grilled meats, acting like a secret weapon for great flavor!
Main Ingredients- 1 bunch chives
- 1 onion
Sauce Ingredients- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp mirin (rice wine)
- 3 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp mustard
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp mirin (rice wine)
- 3 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp mustard
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This recipe was originally made with fresh chives from a garden, and although some time has passed, it remains a simple and delicious recipe. The ingredients are straightforward!
Step 2
Peel the onion, wash it thoroughly, and thinly slice it into julienne strips. Place the julienned onion in a bowl of cold water for about 10 minutes to remove its sharp, pungent flavor. Meanwhile, wash the chives, pat them dry, and cut them into approximately 3cm lengths. Soaking the onion is a key step for a milder taste.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, mirin, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, water, and mustard. Whisk well with a fork or spoon until the sugar is completely dissolved, creating a delicious dressing.
Step 4
Drain the julienned onions from the cold water, ensuring all excess moisture is removed by patting them dry or letting them sit in a colander. The dressing will be poured over these onions shortly. (Note: While the original text places sauce preparation after draining the onion, it’s more efficient to prepare the sauce while the onions are soaking.)
Step 5
As you grill your meat, having this sauce ready to serve will elevate the experience. The crispness of the onions and the tangy, slightly pungent flavor of the sauce cut through the richness of the meat, creating a delightful balance that enhances every bite. It’s a fantastic accompaniment!
Step 6
Serve the prepared onion and chives in individual bowls or a shared platter. Drizzle the onion pickle sauce generously over them just before eating. Even if you’re not typically a fan of raw onions, you’ll find this refreshing and flavorful onion and chive pickle to be incredibly delicious.
Step 7
When making this onion pickle, I personally enjoy the spicy kick from the mustard, so I tend to add a little extra. This generous amount of mustard really complements the richness of the grilled meat perfectly. Feel free to adjust the amount of mustard to your preference!
