Fragrant Aster Scaber Salad with Perilla Oil
Fragrant Aster Scaber Salad with Perilla Oil
Chuseok Essential! 10-Minute Recipe: Savory Aster Scaber Salad with Perilla Oil
I made this delicious seasoned aster scaber for my husband who loves banchan (side dishes). It’s a perfect addition to any meal.
Aster Scaber Salad Ingredients- 1 handful of prepared Aster Scaber (about 100g)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp Guk-ganjang (Korean soup soy sauce)
- 1 tsp fish sauce (or anchovy sauce, substitute with more Guk-ganjang or regular fish sauce if unavailable)
- 2 tsp perilla oil
- Pinch of salt (for seasoning adjustment)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare your fresh aster scaber for this delicious salad. Have your seasoning ingredients ready: minced garlic, Guk-ganjang, fish sauce, and fragrant perilla oil. This preparation step will help speed up your cooking process.
Step 2
Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water. Gently place the aster scaber into the boiling water and blanch for 3 to 5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook it; you want it tender but still slightly firm. Blanching reduces any bitterness and softens the texture, making it more palatable.
Step 3
Once blanched, immediately rinse the aster scaber under cold running water to stop the cooking process. After cooling, firmly squeeze out as much water as possible with your hands. This is a crucial step to prevent the salad from becoming watery and diluted.
Step 4
After squeezing out the water, cut the aster scaber into bite-sized pieces. Cutting them into manageable lengths, rather than very small pieces, will enhance the texture and make them easier to toss with the dressing.
Step 5
Place the prepared aster scaber in a mixing bowl. Add 1/2 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp Guk-ganjang, 1 tsp fish sauce, and 1 tsp of the perilla oil. Gently toss and mix the ingredients with your hands until well combined and the seasonings are evenly distributed. Taste and add a pinch of salt if needed to adjust the overall seasoning to your preference.
Step 6
Finally, add 1 tsp of toasted sesame seeds for an extra nutty aroma and flavor. Toss gently one more time to incorporate the sesame seeds. Your delicious aster scaber salad is now almost complete!
Step 7
Congratulations! Your fragrant and flavorful Aster Scaber Salad with Perilla Oil is ready to enjoy. It’s delicious on its own as a side dish, or even better mixed into a bowl of warm rice for a simple yet satisfying meal. Perfect for when you need a refreshing and healthy banchan.
