Aromatic Deodeok Salad & Grilled Deodeok
Aromatic Deodeok Salad & Grilled Deodeok
The Best Deodeok Salad to Stimulate Your Appetite: Flavor UP with Sesame Oil! Secret Recipe for Grilled Deodeok Marinade Revealed
Deodeok, with its chewy texture and fragrant aroma, is a delicacy! While it’s delicious simply tossed with seasoning, grilling it lightly enhances its natural scent, resulting in a deeper, richer flavor. The savory aroma that wafts out during the grilling process, drizzled with sesame oil, is sure to make your mouth water. Try making this simple yet delightful Deodeok salad and grilled Deodeok at home, perfect as a side dish or a snack with drinks!
Main Ingredients- 400g Deodeok (Tatarian asparagus)
- 1/2 Green chili pepper
- 1/2 Red chili pepper
- A pinch of pine nut powder
- 3 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
Marinade Ingredients- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp Oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- 2 Tbsp Maesilcheong (Plum syrup)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 2 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 2 Tbsp Oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- 2 Tbsp Maesilcheong (Plum syrup)
- 1 Tbsp Sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 2 Tbsp Soy sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently rinse the fresh deodeok under cold water and pat it dry on a sieve. (Tip: If deodeok absorbs too much water, it might break easily when pounded. If the deodeok is thick, slice it in half lengthwise, then gently pound it with a mallet or the back of a knife to flatten it. Be careful not to pound too hard, as it can release a raw flavor; gentle pounding is key.)
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to create a delicious ‘sesame oil sauce’.
Step 3
Spread the prepared deodeok pieces flat and evenly brush them with the sesame oil sauce. Layer them as you brush, and let them sit for a while to tenderize and absorb the seasoning.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the flavorful marinade. In another bowl, add 2 tablespoons of gochujang, 2 tablespoons of gochugaru, and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of oligosaccharide for sweetness, 2 tablespoons of maesilcheong, and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds for nutty flavor.
Step 6
Finally, add 2 tablespoons of sesame oil and 2 tablespoons of water, and stir until all ingredients are well combined. (Tip: If the marinade is too thick, add a little more water to adjust the consistency. Adding a bit of water helps to bring out the natural flavors of the ingredients.)
Step 7
Lightly grease a heated frying pan with sesame oil. Place the deodeok, coated in the sesame oil sauce, and grill briefly on both sides until lightly browned. Avoid overcooking, as it can become tough.
Step 8
Brush the lightly grilled deodeok thoroughly with the prepared marinade. (Tip: I like to mix it with my hands. Tossing it with the seasoning like this completes the deodeok salad! It becomes a simple yet delicious side dish.)
Step 9
To enjoy it even more as a grilled dish, add a tiny bit more sesame oil to the frying pan. Add the marinated deodeok back and grill on both sides until nicely browned. Cook slowly over medium-low heat to prevent burning.
Step 10
Arrange the nicely grilled deodeok on a pretty plate. Brush with any remaining marinade, and sprinkle with pine nut powder, finely chopped green and red chili peppers, and sesame seeds for a fragrant and delicious Deodeok Salad & Grilled Deodeok!
