Soft Acorn Jelly Salad with a Refreshing Crunch
Soft Acorn Jelly Salad with a Refreshing Crunch
How to Make Baek Jong-won’s Acorn Jelly Salad (Dotori Muk Muchim) with Soy Sauce Dressing – Perfect for Lunchboxes and Side Dishes!
Let’s make a delicious acorn jelly salad that’s ready in a flash just by mixing it with a simple seasoning. This dish features a wonderfully soft texture complemented by the refreshing crunch of cucumbers.
Main Ingredients- 1 pack Acorn Jelly (Dotori Muk, approx. 300-400g)
- 1/3 Cucumber
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, we’re going to make a soft and delicious acorn jelly salad with the added crunch of cucumber. It’s a simple yet perfect side dish.
Step 2
Here’s a tip to make the acorn jelly softer and remove any bitterness: You can blanch it in boiling water for less than a minute, or do as I do and pour hot water over it, enough to cover the jelly, and let it soak for about 5-10 minutes. It’s good to change the hot water once or twice during this time. You can also cut the jelly first and then soak it in hot water. Once the acorn jelly is softened this way, cut it into bite-sized pieces. (Typically, about 1cm thick and cut into strips).
Step 3
Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Remove the seeds and slice it into pieces similar in length to the jelly, or to your preference. Slicing it not too thinly will help maintain its crisp texture.
Step 4
Place the sliced cucumber in a bowl. Add all the dressing ingredients: 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 1 tsp sugar, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and a pinch of toasted sesame seeds. Use a spoon to gently mix everything together, ensuring there are no clumps. It’s important to mix lightly so as not to break the acorn jelly, while making sure the seasoning is evenly distributed. This completes the simple yet delicious acorn jelly salad dressing, inspired by Chef Baek Jong-won’s recipe.
Step 5
And there you have it! A delicious acorn jelly salad is complete with such ease. This is an excellent dish for your meal table or as a simple lunchbox side – be sure to give it a try!
