Steamed Fiddleheads with Perilla Powder
Try making a delicious steamed fiddlehead dish with flavorful perilla powder.
Steamed fiddleheads are incredibly delicious! This recipe uses fresh fiddleheads to create a nutty and aromatic perilla-infused steamed dish that’s perfect as a side dish to rice.
Main Ingredients- 300g fresh fiddleheads (cleaned and trimmed)
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil (deulgireum)
- 300ml water
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
Perilla Sauce- 1 Tbsp glutinous rice flour
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder (deulkkaegaru)
- 50ml water
- 1 Tbsp glutinous rice flour
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder (deulkkaegaru)
- 50ml water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, trim away any thick, tough, or unsightly parts of the fresh fiddleheads. You can easily cut them off with a knife or by hand.
Step 2
Bring 300ml of water and 1 tsp of salt to a rolling boil in a pot. Add the prepared fiddleheads and blanch them for about 3 minutes. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy.
Step 3
Once blanched, drain the fiddleheads and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water 2-3 times to remove excess heat. This step helps to reduce any bitterness and enhances their crisp texture.
Step 4
Place the rinsed fiddleheads in a clean bowl. Add enough water (about 300ml) to fully submerge the fiddleheads. Let them soak for 12 hours. It’s a good idea to change the water occasionally during this time for optimal results.
Step 5
In a separate small bowl, combine 1 Tbsp of glutinous rice flour, 2 Tbsp of nutty perilla seed powder, and 50ml of water. Whisk until smooth and free of lumps to create the perilla sauce.
Step 6
Now, let’s start steaming. Heat 2 Tbsp of perilla oil in a pan or pot over medium-high heat. Add the drained fiddleheads and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes. This helps to awaken their fragrant aroma.
Step 7
After briefly stir-frying the fiddleheads, pour in the 300ml of water and add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Then, evenly pour in the prepared perilla sauce from step 4.
Step 8
Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer until it thickens to a desired consistency, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking to the bottom. Your delicious steamed fiddleheads are ready to enjoy!
