Aromatic Wild Chive Sauce (Dallae Jang)
Aromatic Wild Chive Sauce (Dallae Jang)
Fragrant Dallae Jang: A Versatile Seasoning Sauce Perfect for Everything from Rice Bowls to Clams!
Experience the refreshing aroma of wild chives (dallae), a beloved spring vegetable that heralds the arrival of warmer days! This versatile dallae sauce is a culinary gem that elevates any dish. It’s perfect mixed into a bowl of rice, used as a marinade for clams, or as a delightful topping for seaweed. Discover how to make this simple yet deeply flavorful seasoning.
Main Ingredients- 50g fresh wild chives (dallae), roots cleaned
- 2 Korean chili peppers (cheongyang peppers), finely chopped
Seasoning- 6 Tbsp soy sauce (brewed)
- 2 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- 6 Tbsp soy sauce (brewed)
- 2 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start with the aroma! First, prepare the wild chives. Gently scrape off any dirt from the root area of the dallae using a knife, or simply pull it away. Rinse the chives thoroughly under cold running water multiple times, ensuring all soil is removed, especially from the roots, for a clean-tasting sauce.
Step 2
Once cleaned, chop the wild chives into bite-sized pieces. Cutting them into about 1-2 cm lengths will help them absorb the seasoning well and make them easy to eat. You’ll notice the wonderfully fresh, unique scent of dallae as you chop.
Step 3
Now, let’s assemble the sauce. Place the chopped wild chives into a mixing bowl along with the finely minced Korean chili peppers for a touch of heat. If you prefer less spice, you can remove the seeds from the chili peppers before chopping.
Step 4
Add all the seasoning ingredients to the bowl with the dallae and chili peppers. This includes 6 tablespoons of soy sauce for a savory base, 2 tablespoons of red pepper flakes for a pleasant spiciness, 0.5 tablespoon of sugar to balance the flavors, 2 tablespoons of sesame oil for richness and aroma, and finally, 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for extra nutty flavor.
Step 5
Gently mix all the ingredients together with a spatula or spoon until well combined. The dallae will slightly soften as it mixes with the seasoning. Once everything is harmoniously blended, your delicious dallae sauce is ready to enjoy! Spoon it generously over warm rice for a simple yet satisfying meal, or use it to enhance your favorite dishes. For the best flavor, consume within 2-3 days when stored in the refrigerator.
