Chewy Pickled Radish Salad (Danmuji Muchim)
Super Simple & Chewy Pickled Radish Salad Recipe
Make a delicious and addictive pickled radish salad using chewy danmuji. This is a perfect side dish that will have you reaching for more rice!
Main Ingredients
- Chewy pickled radish (Danmuji) 250g (Crunchy type also works well)
- Green onion 1/2 stalk
Seasoning Ingredients
- Minced garlic 1/2 Tbsp
- Red chili powder (Gochugaru) 1.5 Tbsp
- Vinegar 1 Tbsp (Optional)
- Sesame oil 1 Tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1/2 Tbsp
- Red chili powder (Gochugaru) 1.5 Tbsp
- Vinegar 1 Tbsp (Optional)
- Sesame oil 1 Tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To create a delicious pickled radish salad, we’ll start with 250g of chewy danmuji. If you prefer a crispier texture, you can certainly use the crunchy type of danmuji as well. Purchasing a larger pack (around 1kg) is great for versatile use in side dishes or for making kimbap.
Step 2
Gently rinse the prepared 250g of chewy danmuji under water just once. Be careful not to squeeze out all the moisture. If you wring it out too dry, the danmuji can become tough and dry. It’s best to squeeze it lightly so it retains some moisture.
Step 3
Finely chop about half a stalk of green onion. Slicing it thinly will help the dressing to coat evenly and make it easier to eat.
Step 4
Making the seasoning is wonderfully simple! In a bowl, combine 1/2 Tbsp of minced garlic, 1.5 Tbsp of red chili powder, 1 Tbsp of vinegar (if using), 1 Tbsp of sesame oil, and 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. Mix everything together well.
Step 5
Now, add the lightly squeezed danmuji and the chopped green onions to the prepared seasoning. Gently toss everything together to ensure the seasoning coats the danmuji and green onions evenly. Be mindful not to mix too vigorously, as this could mash the danmuji.
Step 6
Your chewy pickled radish salad, bursting with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, is ready! It’s a fantastic side dish that’s ready to be enjoyed with your meal.
Step 7
Serve your beautifully colored chewy pickled radish salad in a dish. It’s a simple yet impressive side dish that will enhance your dining table.
