Aromatic Wild Chives Salad (Chamnamul Muchim)
[Wild Chives Salad] Fragrant, Simple & Clean Flavored Wild Chives / Easy Recipe
This recipe perfectly captures the unique aroma of wild chives. If you prefer a clean taste, you must try making this! It’s a refreshing dish that highlights the natural flavors of spring.
Ingredients
- 150g Wild Chives (Chamnamul)
- 1/2 Tbsp Coarse Salt (for blanching)
- 1 Tbsp Soup Soy Sauce (Gukganjang)
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Scallion
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1.5 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- A pinch of Salt (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the wild chives under running water. It’s important to rinse them meticulously to remove any dirt or debris. Once washed, trim the chives into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 sections each.
Step 2
In a pot, bring enough water to cover the wild chives to a boil. Add 1/2 tablespoon of coarse salt to the water. The coarse salt helps to maintain the vibrant green color of the chives and shortens the blanching time.
Step 3
Once the water is at a rolling boil, carefully add the prepared wild chives and blanch for exactly 30 seconds. Over-blanching will diminish the crisp texture and delicate aroma, so be mindful of the time. This short blanching time is key to this recipe.
Step 4
Immediately after blanching, transfer the wild chives to a bowl of ice-cold water. This rapid cooling stops the cooking process, preserving the fresh green color and ensuring a crisp bite.
Step 5
Drain the chilled wild chives and gently squeeze out as much excess water as possible with your hands. Leaving too much water can dilute the seasoning, so it’s best to remove as much liquid as you can.
Step 6
Place the squeezed wild chives into a mixing bowl. Add all the seasoning ingredients: 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp minced scallion, 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1.5 Tbsp sesame oil.
Step 7
Gently toss and mix the chives with the seasonings using your hands until everything is evenly coated. Avoid rubbing too vigorously to prevent crushing the delicate greens. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch of salt for extra flavor.
Step 8
Your delicious Wild Chives Salad is ready! Serve on a plate and enjoy the fresh flavors of spring. This dish is a wonderful side for rice or can be used as a refreshing wrap filling.
