Zesty and Tangy Skate Sashimi Salad (Hong-eo Hoe Muchim)
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After a slightly disappointing experience with pre-made skate sashimi salad, I decided to recreate it at home, enhancing its flavors. This recipe focuses on bringing out the best in skate, even when it’s not heavily fermented. I’ve added fresh water parsley for a refreshing aroma and tender squid for a delightful chewiness. To compensate for the mildness of less-fermented skate, I’ve incorporated lemon juice for a bright tanginess and mustard for a subtle kick. If you’re new to skate, this ‘muchim’ (salad) style is a perfect introduction, offering a chewy texture that’s surprisingly similar to dried pollack but with a more satisfying bite. This recipe also includes a tip on transforming leftovers into a delicious spicy noodle dish, perfect for a weekend meal. Enjoy this flavorful and zesty skate salad!
Spicy Noodle Salad Ingredients- 2 servings of somyeon (thin wheat noodles)
- 100g of prepared skate sashimi salad
- 2 Tbsp gochujang-based sauce (cho-gochujang)
- 100g of young radish kimchi
- 2 Tbsp kimchi brine
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Homemade Skate Sashimi Salad Ingredients- 300g of skate sashimi (sliced)
- 1 squid
- 1/3 bunch water parsley (approx. 50g)
- 1 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tsp Korean mustard
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesil-cheong)
- 300g of skate sashimi (sliced)
- 1 squid
- 1/3 bunch water parsley (approx. 50g)
- 1 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tsp Korean mustard
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesil-cheong)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by adding fresh water parsley to your purchased skate sashimi salad, or to the skate you’ve prepared. This adds a wonderful fresh aroma. Wash the water parsley thoroughly and cut it into about 3-4 cm lengths.
Step 2
If your skate sashimi is sparse or you desire a more substantial texture, consider adding boiled squid. Boil the squid briefly until tender and slightly chewy, then slice it into bite-sized pieces. This addition creates a delightful skate and squid salad, a true seafood delight!
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the flavorful dressing. In a bowl, combine 1 tsp gochujang, 1 tsp Korean mustard, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp gochugaru, 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 Tbsp plum extract. Mix these ingredients well. If the skate itself lacks its characteristic pungent kick, feel free to add a little more mustard to enhance the flavor.
Step 4
Gently toss the skate with the prepared dressing. This step is crucial for reviving the flavors of less-fermented skate. The addition of lemon juice and mustard will impart a zesty tang and a pleasant pungency, making the dish much more appealing. Less-fermented skate offers a wonderfully chewy texture that is quite enjoyable.
Step 5
If you find yourself with leftover skate sashimi salad, don’t let it go to waste! Transform it into a delicious spicy noodle dish for a delightful weekend meal. Start by placing 2 Tbsp of the pre-made gochujang-based sauce into a large bowl.
Step 6
Add the prepared skate and squid salad generously into the bowl with the sauce. The chewy textures of the skate and squid will add a unique and satisfying element to your spicy noodles.
Step 7
To balance the flavors and add a refreshing crunch, incorporate 100g of young radish kimchi and 2 Tbsp of its brine. The crispness of the kimchi and the tangy brine will further enhance the overall taste profile of your skate sashimi noodle salad.
Step 8
Cook the somyeon noodles according to package directions until al dente. Rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch and drain them well. Add the drained noodles to the bowl containing the skate salad and sauce mixture. Gently toss everything together until the noodles are well coated.
