Aromatic Wild Chive Soy Sauce (Dallae Jang)
Aromatic Wild Chive Soy Sauce (Dallae Jang)
How to Make Delicious Dallae Jang
This recipe shows you how to make a flavorful Dallae Jang (wild chive soy sauce dip) that perfectly complements dishes like bean sprout rice, acorn jelly, and roasted laver (gim). Its refreshing aroma and savory taste will awaken your appetite and elevate your simple meals into something special. Perfect for spring, this dip is easy to make and incredibly versatile.
Main Ingredient- 1 bunch fresh wild chives (dallae)
Seasoning- 5 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin)
- 1 Tbsp allulose or corn syrup
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 5 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin)
- 1 Tbsp allulose or corn syrup
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by preparing one bunch of fresh wild chives (dallae). Wild chives are a quintessential spring vegetable, known for their vibrant aroma. Choose chives that look fresh and fragrant.
Step 2
Gently remove any dirt or wilted leaves from the root end of the wild chives. Then, rinse the chives carefully under running water to clean them thoroughly. After washing, place the chives in a colander to drain off any excess water.
Step 3
Once drained, prepare the wild chives for chopping. If the roots are particularly thick, you can gently press them with the back of a knife to soften them, or ensure any remaining soil is removed. Cut the chives into approximately 1cm lengths. Avoid chopping them too finely, as this can diminish their fresh aroma.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the savory sauce that will bring this dish to life! Combine 5 tablespoons of soy sauce for a deep, savory base, 1 tablespoon of plum extract for a touch of sweetness and tang, 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes for a mild heat, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine (like mirin) to enhance flavors and reduce any raw scent, 1 tablespoon of allulose or corn syrup for a subtle sweetness, and 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for nutty flavor and texture.
Step 5
Add 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to the prepared seasoning mixture. This adds a wonderful fragrant finish. Stir all the seasoning ingredients together thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until well combined. Ensuring the soy sauce base is evenly mixed is key.
Step 6
Gently fold the prepared wild chives into the seasoned sauce. Use a spoon or spatula to mix them in lightly, taking care not to mash the chives. The goal is to coat them evenly with the sauce while preserving their fresh texture and delicate aroma.
Step 7
And there you have it – a beautiful and aromatic Dallae Jang is complete! This flavorful dip is delicious served over warm rice, or as a perfect accompaniment to dishes like bean sprout rice, acorn jelly, or roasted seaweed (gim). Enjoy this taste of spring, easily made in your own kitchen!
