Spring Delight! Fragrant Seasoned Wild Chives (Dollae Muchim)
How to Easily Make Delicious Seasoned Wild Chives (Dollae Muchim)
Here’s a simple recipe for making ‘Dollae Muchim,’ a refreshing and aromatic wild chive salad. This dish is perfect for awakening your palate with the vibrant flavors of spring.
Main Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh wild chives (Dollae)
Seasoning Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (Guk-ganjang or Jin-ganjang)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (Maesil-cheong)
- 1/2 Tbsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (for sweetness, or sugar)
- Sesame oil to taste (optional)
- Toasted sesame seeds or ground sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce (Guk-ganjang or Jin-ganjang)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (Maesil-cheong)
- 1/2 Tbsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru, adjust to taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (for sweetness, or sugar)
- Sesame oil to taste (optional)
- Toasted sesame seeds or ground sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently wash the fresh wild chives under running water, paying special attention to the roots to remove any dirt or debris. After washing, drain them thoroughly in a colander. Ensuring the chives are well-drained is crucial, as excess water can dilute the seasoning and make the dish taste bland.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, plum extract, red pepper flakes, and oligosaccharide. Whisk everything together until well combined to create the seasoning sauce for the wild chives. You can substitute oligosaccharide with sugar, and feel free to adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Step 3
Place the drained wild chives in a larger bowl. Pour the prepared seasoning sauce over the chives. Using chopsticks, gently toss the chives to coat them evenly with the sauce. Be careful not to break the delicate chives – toss them gently but thoroughly so the aromatic flavors are well distributed. The key is to mix without over-mashing to preserve their fresh fragrance.
Step 4
Finally, drizzle in a little sesame oil for added aroma, if desired, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or ground sesame seeds. Give it a final light toss to combine. Your delicious ‘Dollae Muchim’ is now ready! It makes a wonderful side dish for rice or can be added to bibimbap for an extra burst of spring flavor.
