Perilla Leaf and Aged Kimchi Paste Pasta: A Fusion Delight
Perilla Leaf and Aged Kimchi Paste Pasta: A Fusion Delight
Chef Park Tamhee’s ‘Pyeonstorang’ Recipe | Super Easy Aged Kimchi Paste Perilla Leaf Pasta: One-Bowl Meal, Creative Kimchi Usage
A Korean-Western fusion pasta that’s refreshingly light and satisfying! It tastes remarkably like a flavorful Korean mixed noodles (bibim guksu), without any heaviness. Experience a delightful blend of fermented kimchi paste and fresh perilla leaves for a quick yet impressive meal.
Key Ingredients- Pasta (40-50g)
- Fresh Perilla Leaves (10g)
- Perilla Oil (1 Tbsp)
- Ground Perilla Seeds (1 tsp)
- Aged Kimchi Paste (1 Tbsp)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Thoroughly wash the fresh perilla leaves and pat them dry. Finely julienne them. Their aromatic essence will significantly enhance the pasta’s flavor profile.
Step 2
Bring a generous pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Cook the pasta for about 7-8 minutes, or until ‘al dente’ (slightly firm to the bite). Drain the pasta well and immediately toss it with 1 tablespoon of perilla oil. This prevents the noodles from sticking and keeps them wonderfully smooth.
Step 3
Add 1 tablespoon of aged kimchi paste to the perilla oil-coated pasta and mix thoroughly. Ensure the deep, savory, and slightly spicy flavors of the kimchi paste evenly coat every strand of pasta. You can adjust the amount of kimchi paste to your preference.
Step 4
Gently transfer the well-mixed pasta to a serving plate, arranging it in a long, appealing way. Generously top the pasta with the julienned fresh perilla leaves. The freshness of the perilla will cut through any richness and add a vibrant aroma.
Step 5
Finally, sprinkle the ground perilla seeds over the top of the pasta for a delightful nutty finish. The texture and nutty notes of the ground seeds will add another layer of complexity to the dish.
Step 6
For an even more intense aged kimchi paste flavor, you can add a tiny extra dollop on top if desired. Now, savor this fantastic fusion of Korean and Western culinary traditions!
