Crisp Chive and Onion Mustard Salad
Crisp Chive and Onion Mustard Salad
Irresistibly Delicious Chive and Onion Salad: Better Than Your Favorite Korean BBQ Restaurant!
Gathering with family for the New Year often means a delicious meat feast! This recipe for a crisp and refreshing chive and onion salad with a zesty mustard dressing is the perfect accompaniment to any meat dish, from grilled meats to steak. It’s so good, it rivals the famous onion-chive salad served at Korean BBQ restaurants! The delightful crunch of the onions and chives, combined with the tangy kick of the mustard dressing, makes this dish incredibly appetizing. It’s fantastic as a side dish for rice, or even enjoyed as a light, vibrant salad on its own.
Main Ingredients- 100g chives
- 1/2 regular onion
- 1/2 red onion
Dressing Ingredients- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp mustard powder (or prepared mustard)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp mustard powder (or prepared mustard)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your fresh ingredients: thoroughly wash the chives, and peel and prepare the regular and red onions.
Step 2
Thinly slice the onions and soak them in cold water for about 10 minutes to mellow out their pungent flavor. Rinse the chives well under cold water, drain them completely, and then cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the flavorful dressing. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard. If your mustard powder is clumpy, you can help it dissolve smoothly by pushing it through a fine-mesh sieve with the back of a spoon.
Step 4
Add the drained chives and onions to the bowl with the prepared dressing. Gently toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing. Be careful not to overmix, as this can bruise the vegetables and make them less crisp.
Step 5
Transfer the beautifully mixed chive and onion salad to a serving plate. Sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds for an added layer of nutty aroma and visual appeal.
Step 6
The zesty, slightly pungent flavor from the mustard is guaranteed to awaken your taste buds, even if your appetite has been a bit sluggish!
Step 7
When served alongside grilled meat, this chive and onion salad is so addictive you won’t be able to put your fork down! We had it as a standalone side dish with rice today, and it disappeared incredibly quickly.
Step 8
Especially during the New Year, when rich and fatty foods are common, this refreshing and delicious Korean BBQ-style chive and onion salad is the perfect palate cleanser. It cuts through the richness beautifully, offering a welcome break for your senses. It’s truly a must-have dish!
