Aromatic Wild Chive Seasoning Sauce (Dallaaejang)
Aromatic Wild Chive Seasoning Sauce (Dallaaejang)
Dallaaejang: The Ultimate Savory Wild Chive Sauce for Appetizing Meals, Including Preparation Tips
Top this flavorful wild chive sauce over lightly grilled gim (seaweed) for an incredibly delicious meal! It’s also a perfect accompaniment for pan-fried tofu or bibimbap. Let’s learn how to make this wonderful wild chive sauce.
Main Ingredients- 1 bunch of fresh wild chives (cleaned, with root ends trimmed of dirt and thin outer skins)
- 1 red chili pepper (seeds removed and finely chopped)
Seasoning Ingredients- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (regular or all-purpose)
- 2 Tbsp plum extract (for sweetness and depth)
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (adds umami)
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 Tbsp red chili flakes (for color and a hint of spice)
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil (for nutty aroma)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (regular or all-purpose)
- 2 Tbsp plum extract (for sweetness and depth)
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (adds umami)
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 Tbsp red chili flakes (for color and a hint of spice)
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil (for nutty aroma)
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Carefully trim off any dirt from the bulbous root ends of the wild chives and remove any thin, papery outer skins. Wash them thoroughly under running water, drain well, and then cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm long. Cutting them to a manageable length will help the sauce adhere better.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, plum extract, anchovy sauce, sugar, red chili flakes, and sesame oil. Stir until the sugar is dissolved to create a well-blended sauce. Using a chopstick or a small whisk will ensure the ingredients are evenly incorporated for the best flavor.
Step 3
Gently add the prepared wild chives and the finely chopped red chili pepper to the sauce mixture. Fold them together carefully with a spatula or spoon, avoiding vigorous stirring to prevent the delicate chives from becoming mushy. The vibrant red chili adds a beautiful contrast to the fresh green chives, creating an appetizing sauce. This Dallaaejang is perfect served immediately over steamed rice, especially with grilled gim, or as a delicious condiment for other dishes.
