Chewy and Sweet Dried Persimmon Salad
Chewy and Sweet Dried Persimmon Salad
A Delectable Dried Persimmon Salad Recipe – A Truly Special Dish!
Introducing a recipe for dried persimmon salad, featuring a wonderfully chewy texture and a subtle, sweet flavor. Made with persimmons dried to perfection in a dehydrator, this dish offers a rich, savory taste that intensifies with every bite. It’s perfect as a side dish for rice or as a delightful snack. The key is to season it minimally to highlight the persimmon’s natural sweetness. This addictive dried persimmon salad is something you won’t be able to stop eating once you start. Try making it today!
Main Ingredients- Dried Persimmon (Chewy texture, well-dried) – 300g
- Scallions – 10 stalks
Seasoning Ingredients- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) – 1.5 Tbsp
- Fish Sauce (or Anchovy Sauce) – 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – 2/3 Tbsp
- Soy Sauce – 1 Tbsp
- Honey – 1 Tbsp (or Corn Syrup, Oligosaccharide)
- Sesame Oil – 1 Tbsp (omit if storing for a long time)
- Toasted Sesame Seeds – 1 Tbsp
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) – 1.5 Tbsp
- Fish Sauce (or Anchovy Sauce) – 1 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – 2/3 Tbsp
- Soy Sauce – 1 Tbsp
- Honey – 1 Tbsp (or Corn Syrup, Oligosaccharide)
- Sesame Oil – 1 Tbsp (omit if storing for a long time)
- Toasted Sesame Seeds – 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Honey adds sweetness and a glossy finish, but you can omit it or substitute it with corn syrup or oligosaccharide according to your preference. A touch of sweetness makes the dried persimmons look even more appetizing.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the gochujang, gochugaru, and fish sauce to create the seasoning base.
Step 3
Add the toasted sesame seeds, honey (or sweetener substitute), and soy sauce to the mixture. Stir well until all the seasoning ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Step 4
Add the chewy dried persimmons to the prepared seasoning. Gently toss and mix them with your hands, ensuring the seasoning coats each piece evenly. Be careful not to mash the persimmons by mixing too vigorously.
Step 5
Finally, add the scallions, chopped into 1cm pieces, and mix once more. Your delicious dried persimmon salad is complete! For immediate consumption, drizzle with sesame oil for added aroma. If you plan to store it for later, it’s best to omit the sesame oil.
Step 6
This dried persimmon salad has a beautiful sheen! The sweet and chewy texture is incredibly appetizing, making it hard to put your chopsticks down.
Step 7
Making a generous batch as a side dish will provide you with a satisfying and delicious accompaniment for a long time. Store it in the refrigerator and enjoy!
Step 8
While we had an abundance of persimmons when they were in season, they feel even more precious and delicious now that they’re gone. That’s the charm of dried persimmons.
Step 9
Well-dried persimmons are also a wonderful snack for the winter. You can store them in the freezer and take out small portions to mix and eat when desired. It makes for a perfect home-cooked meal.
