Aromatic Sea Squirts Salad with Nutty Seaweed Rice: The Ultimate Sea Squirt Bibimbap
Aromatic Sea Squirts Salad with Nutty Seaweed Rice: The Ultimate Sea Squirt Bibimbap
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Introducing the exquisite harmony of ‘Sea Squirt Bibimbap’, featuring a sea squirt salad made precisely as seen on ‘Three Grand Kings’ and hearty nutty seaweed rice. This dish is a delightful combination of freshly cooked nutty seaweed rice, a tangy and sweet seaweed salad, and a flavorful sea squirt salad, all generously piled together. Fresh baby greens and sliced cucumber add a vibrant touch, while carrots were omitted to accommodate a nephew’s preference. The distinct briny flavor of sea squirts is expertly balanced with anchovy sauce and plum extract, and aging the salad for a day further enhances its depth of flavor. The chewy texture of the seaweed also adds to the appeal of the sea squirt bibimbap. Seaweed or sea sprouts are considered essential ingredients for sea squirt bibimbap, so why not create a special meal at home with seasonal sea squirts and seaweed?
Sea Squirt Bibimbap Ingredients- Sea squirt salad 4 Tbsp
- Seaweed salad 2 Tbsp
- Nutty seaweed rice 3 bowls
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1/2 cup baby greens
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Sea Squirt Salad Ingredients- 2 packs fresh sea squirts (cleaned)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
- 2 Tbsp plum extract
- 4 Tbsp anchovy sauce (or soy sauce if unavailable)
- 2 chopped Cheongyang chili peppers
Seaweed Salad Ingredients- 1/2 cup boiled seaweed
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 packs fresh sea squirts (cleaned)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
- 2 Tbsp plum extract
- 4 Tbsp anchovy sauce (or soy sauce if unavailable)
- 2 chopped Cheongyang chili peppers
Seaweed Salad Ingredients- 1/2 cup boiled seaweed
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
It’s best to start by making the sea squirt salad first to allow it time to mature. In a bowl, combine gochugaru, minced garlic, chopped green onion, and chopped Cheongyang chili peppers. It’s ideal to mince all ingredients to a similar size for even seasoning and a pleasant texture when eating.
Step 2
Add the cleaned sea squirts, cut into bite-sized pieces, to the seasoning bowl. Avoid mincing the sea squirts too finely; they should retain some texture for a satisfying bite. Ensuring all ingredients are cut to a similar size will make the dish visually appealing and create a balanced flavor profile.
Step 3
Now it’s time to season the sea squirt salad. Add the anchovy sauce and plum extract. The plum extract helps to neutralize any fishy odor from the sea squirts and adds a subtle sweetness. While anchovy sauce is preferred for its umami, regular soy sauce can be used as a substitute if unavailable. Gently mix all the ingredients until well combined.
Step 4
Transfer the prepared sea squirt salad to an airtight container and refrigerate. Allowing it to marinate for at least a day will significantly enhance the umami flavor, making your sea squirt bibimbap even more delicious. Of course, it’s also delightful to mix and enjoy immediately.
Step 5
Next, prepare the seaweed salad, which will add a tangy-sweet flavor and chewy texture to the bibimbap. Place the boiled seaweed in a bowl and season with sugar, vinegar, and salt. Gently mix until combined. It’s best to use seaweed that has been boiled with a little salt, rinsed in cold water, and then drained well. The seaweed salad complements the strong flavor of the sea squirts and adds a refreshing crunch.
Step 6
Now, it’s time to assemble the sea squirt bibimbap. Place the freshly cooked, warm nutty seaweed rice in a bowl. Arrange the seaweed salad, thinly sliced cucumber, and baby greens attractively around the rice. Generously top the center with the seasoned sea squirt salad. Finally, drizzle with sesame oil for a finishing touch, and the basic sea squirt bibimbap is complete. If you find the seasoning insufficient, you can add gochujang to your preference. However, to fully appreciate the natural aroma of the sea squirts, enjoying it with just the salad’s seasoning is recommended.
Step 7
Top the instantly cooked nutty seaweed rice with a generous portion of the appetizing sea squirt salad. Adorn it with fresh cucumber slices, baby greens, and the tangy-sweet seaweed salad for a visually appealing presentation. Finish with a drizzle of fragrant sesame oil and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. Your delicious sea squirt bibimbap is ready to be mixed and enjoyed right from the pot. Savor the harmonious blend of warm rice, fresh ingredients, and aromatic sea squirts.
