Aromatic Wild Chive Soy Sauce
Aromatic Wild Chive Soy Sauce
Make a Rice-Loving Wild Chive Sauce (Dallae Jang)
A perfectly balanced recipe for aromatic wild chive (dallae) soy sauce. Learn how to make this easy, flavor-packed condiment that enhances any meal.
Ingredients- 100g fresh wild chives (dallae), one bunch
- 5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 10 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil or sesame oil
- 3 Tbsp corn syrup or oligodang (rice syrup)
- 4 Tbsp water
- 2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
【Prepare Ingredients】 Let’s begin making the Dallae Jang, filled with the fragrant essence of spring.
Step 2
【Washing and Trimming Wild Chives】 Prepare one bunch (about 100g) of fresh wild chives. Since the roots are often covered in soil, it’s crucial to wash them thoroughly under running water multiple times. Pay special attention to cleaning the root areas. Gently brush off any soil clinging to the leaves as well.
Step 3
【Tip for Removing Soil】 If the soil is stubborn, soak the wild chives in lukewarm water for a little while. Gently rub the roots as if shampooing your hair; the soil will come off much more easily. Wild chives have a lot of fiber and can break easily if washed in cold water, so using lukewarm water helps prevent them from snapping. Don’t worry if some pieces break while washing; they’ll still taste great when mixed with the sauce. Lightly pat the washed wild chives to remove excess water.
Step 4
【Making the Dallae Jang Sauce】 In a wide bowl, combine 5 Tbsp gochugaru, 10 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp fish sauce, 2 Tbsp perilla oil (or sesame oil), 3 Tbsp corn syrup, 4 Tbsp water, 2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 2 Tbsp minced garlic. Whisk everything together thoroughly until well combined and there are no clumps of seasoning. It’s wonderful how such a simple combination of ingredients can create such a delicious Dallae Jang.
Step 5
【Chopping and Mixing Wild Chives】 Chop the cleaned wild chives into bite-sized pieces, about 1cm to 2cm long. Add the chopped wild chives to the prepared sauce. Gently mix them together, ensuring the sauce coats the chives evenly. This completes your delicious Dallae Jang. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the chives mushy.
Step 6
【Serving and Usage Tips】 Isn’t it surprisingly easy? This Dallae Jang is a ‘rice thief’ that will reignite your appetite when mixed with warm rice, especially on days when you don’t feel like eating. Besides being a great side dish for rice, it also works wonderfully as a dipping sauce or condiment for various dishes. The fresh, springy flavor of dallae is particularly invigorating. This is such an accessible recipe, even for beginners, so be sure to give it a try!
Step 7
【Extra Tip: Enjoy with Seaweed】 This Dallae Jang is absolutely divine when wrapped in roasted seaweed (gim)! The combination of crispy gim and fragrant Dallae Jang is so satisfying, you won’t even miss other side dishes. Try wrapping rice and Dallae Jang in a piece of gim for a delightful bite that truly captures the taste of spring.
