Chewy and Savory Stir-Fried Sundae
Chewy and Savory Stir-Fried Sundae
The Ultimate Sundae Bokkeum Recipe with Perilla Leaves and Perilla Seeds for Ultimate Savory Flavor
Introducing a delicious Stir-Fried Sundae (Korean blood sausage) infused with the fragrant aroma of perilla leaves and the rich nuttiness of perilla seed powder. This recipe is simple yet offers an extraordinary flavor. Make restaurant-quality Sundae Bokkeum at home with this delightful recipe!
Main Ingredients- 2 portions of Chalsundae (chewy Korean blood sausage)
- 1 handful of fresh perilla leaves (about 15-20 leaves)
- 1/2 medium eggplant
- 1/2 stalk of green onion
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp perilla oil (deulgireum)
- 3 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder, adjust to taste)
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1.5 Tbsp soy sauce (jin-ganjang)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or rice wine)
- 1 Tbsp ginger syrup (optional, can omit if unavailable)
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder (deulkkaegaru)
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- A pinch of black pepper
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil (deulgireum)
- 3 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder, adjust to taste)
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1.5 Tbsp soy sauce (jin-ganjang)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or rice wine)
- 1 Tbsp ginger syrup (optional, can omit if unavailable)
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder (deulkkaegaru)
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- A pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the 2 portions of Chalsundae. Carefully slice the sundae into bite-sized pieces, making sure the casing doesn’t burst. It’s best to choose sundae that is suitable for stir-frying, as cooking times can vary by type.
Step 2
Wash the fresh perilla leaves thoroughly and pat them completely dry. Slice them into manageable pieces, about 2-3 cm wide. Ensuring the leaves are dry is crucial to prevent the dish from becoming watery during cooking.
Step 3
Prepare half a medium eggplant. Eggplant adds a nice texture and readily absorbs the sauce. While not essential, it enhances the overall dish if you have it. You can omit it if you prefer. Slice the eggplant into pieces similar in size to the perilla leaves.
Step 4
Now, let’s mix the seasoning ingredients. Use a wide and deep frying pan. Add 2 Tbsp of perilla oil, 3 Tbsp of gochugaru, 2 Tbsp of minced garlic, 1.5 Tbsp of soy sauce, 1 Tbsp of oyster sauce, 1 Tbsp of cooking wine, and 1 Tbsp of ginger syrup. The cooking wine is excellent for eliminating any gamey smell from the sundae, resulting in a cleaner taste. You can skip the ginger syrup if it’s not available.
Step 5
Combine all the prepared seasoning ingredients in the frying pan and mix them well. Pre-mixing the sauce makes stir-frying more convenient and ensures the flavors are evenly distributed.
Step 6
Place the frying pan over medium heat. Start by stir-frying the eggplant pieces until they begin to soften slightly. Once the eggplant is lightly cooked, add the sliced sundae and stir-fry them together. Be careful to prevent the sundae from sticking to the pan.
Step 7
Add the diagonally sliced half green onion stalk and stir-fry everything together until the vegetables and sundae are well combined. Use chopsticks or a spatula to mix the ingredients evenly as you stir-fry. Stirring them dynamically, as suggested by the sound ‘swish-swish,’ can make the dish even more delicious.
Step 8
If you enjoy a spicier kick, feel free to add a little more gochugaru at this stage. Adjust the spice level according to your preference for a delightfully fiery dish.
Step 9
Add the drained and sliced perilla leaves. Perilla leaves lose their fragrance quickly if overcooked, so it’s best to add them towards the end and stir-fry only briefly. Toss them in just long enough to wilt slightly while preserving their fresh aroma.
Step 10
Finally, generously add 2 Tbsp of perilla seed powder for a rich, nutty flavor. Gently mix it in to combine with the other ingredients. The savory depth from the perilla seed powder will elevate the taste of your Sundae Bokkeum.
Step 11
To finish, sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds and a pinch of black pepper. This completes your delicious Stir-Fried Sundae, featuring the perfect harmony of chewy sundae, fragrant perilla leaves, and nutty perilla seeds. Enjoy it hot for the best taste!
