Authentic Bracken (Gosari) Namul Recipe: Perfect Preparation for Holiday Guests
Authentic Bracken (Gosari) Namul Recipe: Perfect Preparation for Holiday Guests
Making Authentic Bracken Namul for Chuseok Holidays: From Soaking Dried Bracken to Finishing the Delicious Dish
As the Chuseok holiday approaches, let’s make the quintessential holiday dish, Gosari Namul, using an authentic recipe! Today, we’ll share the detailed process, incorporating Chef Lee Jong-im’s secret techniques, to soften dried bracken and season it perfectly. Just follow along, and your holiday table will be even more bountiful!
Ingredients for Soaking Dried Bracken- 50g dried bracken
- 2 liters water
Main Ingredients for Bracken Namul- 200g boiled bracken
- 50g minced beef
- 1/2 Tbsp buckwheat flour (for sautéing beef)
- 1/2 Tbsp cooking oil (for sautéing)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for flavor)
- 1/4 cup water (for sautéing)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (garnish)
Bracken Namul Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce (for initial seasoning)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion (white parts preferred, for initial seasoning)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for flavor)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (for initial seasoning)
- 1/2 Tbsp ground perilla seeds (for nuttiness)
- 1/2 Tbsp buckwheat flour (for thickening)
Beef Seasoning Ingredients- 1 tsp regular soy sauce (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp chopped green onion (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for aroma)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic (for seasoning)
- 1/3 tsp sugar (for sweetness)
- 1/3 tsp ground perilla seeds (for nuttiness)
- 1 pinch black pepper (to remove gamey smell)
- 200g boiled bracken
- 50g minced beef
- 1/2 Tbsp buckwheat flour (for sautéing beef)
- 1/2 Tbsp cooking oil (for sautéing)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for flavor)
- 1/4 cup water (for sautéing)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (garnish)
Bracken Namul Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce (for initial seasoning)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion (white parts preferred, for initial seasoning)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for flavor)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (for initial seasoning)
- 1/2 Tbsp ground perilla seeds (for nuttiness)
- 1/2 Tbsp buckwheat flour (for thickening)
Beef Seasoning Ingredients- 1 tsp regular soy sauce (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp chopped green onion (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for aroma)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic (for seasoning)
- 1/3 tsp sugar (for sweetness)
- 1/3 tsp ground perilla seeds (for nuttiness)
- 1 pinch black pepper (to remove gamey smell)
- 1 tsp regular soy sauce (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp chopped green onion (for seasoning)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for aroma)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic (for seasoning)
- 1/3 tsp sugar (for sweetness)
- 1/3 tsp ground perilla seeds (for nuttiness)
- 1 pinch black pepper (to remove gamey smell)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, place the dried bracken in a clean pot and add 2 liters of cold water. Let it soak for at least 2 to 3 hours. This soaking process will help soften the tough bracken.
Step 2
After soaking for 2 to 3 hours, place the pot with the bracken over medium heat and boil for about 20 minutes with the lid on. This will help cook and further soften the bracken.
Step 3
Once the water starts to boil, slightly open the lid. Stir the bracken occasionally and continue to boil for the remaining 20 minutes to ensure even cooking. This step ensures the bracken becomes tender throughout.
Step 4
After boiling for 20 minutes, the bracken looks plump, doesn’t it? However, at this stage, it can still be a bit tough to eat. It needs to be soaked a bit longer before cooking.
Step 5
Cover the pot with the lid again after boiling, and let the bracken soak for another 1 to 2 hours with the heat turned off. This additional soaking period is crucial for achieving a tender texture.
Step 6
Once thoroughly soaked, rinse the bracken multiple times under running water, shaking the pot gently. Then, soak the rinsed bracken in fresh cold water for another 1 to 2 hours to completely remove any bitterness or astringency. This step ensures the bracken has a clean, pleasant taste.
Step 7
For convenient storage, place the prepared bracken in a zip-top bag with a little water and freeze it. You can thaw and use it whenever you want to cook Gosari Namul.
Step 8
Now, let’s make the Gosari Namul! Bring water to a boil, add 1 tsp of salt and 200g of the prepared boiled bracken. Blanch it quickly for about 30 seconds. Be careful not to over-boil, as it can become too mushy.
Step 9
Immediately rinse the blanched bracken under cold water to cool it down, then drain thoroughly in a colander. Squeeze out any excess water and cut the bracken into bite-sized pieces.
Step 10
Time to season the bracken! In a bowl, combine the cut bracken with 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce, 1 Tbsp chopped green onion (white parts mainly), and 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic. Gently mix and massage with your hands, ensuring the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Step 11
Add 1/2 Tbsp ground perilla seeds, 1 Tbsp perilla oil, and 1/2 Tbsp buckwheat flour to the seasoned bracken. The buckwheat flour will help thicken the dish slightly, while the perilla oil and seeds add a wonderful aroma and nutty flavor. Mix again thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
Step 12
Now, let’s stir-fry. Heat 1/2 Tbsp cooking oil and 1/2 Tbsp perilla oil in a heated pan. Add the separately seasoned minced beef and stir-fry until the pink color disappears. Then, add the seasoned bracken and about 2 Tbsp of the 1/4 cup water. Continue to stir-fry, adding a little more water if needed to prevent sticking and help the flavors meld.
Step 13
Voila! Your delicious Gosari Namul is complete. The fragrant perilla oil, nutty sesame seeds, and tender stir-fried beef create a truly delightful dish. Be sure to serve this at your next holiday gathering!
