The Ultimate Korean Fish Cake Stir-Fry (Eomuk Jorim) with Carrots
Eomuk Jorim: A Delicious Side Dish Even with Carrots, Perfect for Solo Living
An incredibly easy side dish recipe that even beginner cooks can master in minutes.
Main Ingredients- 200g Fish Cakes (Eomuk) (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1/2 Carrot (thinly julienned or sliced into half-moons)
- 1/2 Onion (thinly julienned)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all your ingredients. Cut the fish cakes into bite-sized pieces, and julienne or slice the carrots and onions as desired. Place the cut fish cakes, carrots, and onions into a pot. Pour in enough vegetable broth or water to cover the ingredients. Add all the seasoning ingredients: gochugaru, minced garlic, soy sauce, Dagege Baek Gan Jjang (or regular soy sauce), mirin, and ginger syrup.
Step 2
Place the pot on the stove over medium-low heat. Stir everything together with a spatula to ensure the ingredients and seasonings are well combined. Once mixed, cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer gently over medium-low heat for about 10-15 minutes. It’s a good idea to open the lid and stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Continue cooking until the carrots are tender and the sauce has thickened to a glaze.
Step 3
When the fish cake mixture is almost fully reduced and saucy, turn off the heat. Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in a generous amount of sesame oil for a nutty aroma and rich flavor. Let it sit for a moment to allow the sesame oil to infuse into the dish.
Step 4
Finally, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds generously over the finished Eomuk Jorim for added texture and flavor. If you like, you can also garnish with chopped green onions or aromatic parsley flakes for a more visually appealing dish. Serve it atop warm rice for a delightful and satisfying meal!
