Crisp and Delicious Lettuce Salad (Sangchu Geotjeori)
Crisp and Delicious Lettuce Salad (Sangchu Geotjeori)
Baek Jong-won Style Lettuce Salad Recipe: Easy and Quick Side Dish, Lettuce Kimchi Seasoning Secret
Let’s make a delightfully crisp lettuce salad in a flash! This recipe uses fresh lettuce and simple seasonings to create a delicious geotjeori in just 5 minutes, without complicated steps. It’s perfect for adding freshness to your meal or as a light side dish for grilled meats.
Salad Ingredients- 1/2 head fresh lettuce (approx. 150-200g)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (regular or light soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce (anchovy or sand lance)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (for nutty aroma)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today’s recipe is a crisp lettuce salad that everyone loves. It’s simple yet incredibly delicious. Let’s get started right away!
Step 2
First, wash the lettuce thoroughly under running water. It’s important to wash it carefully to remove any dirt or debris. After washing, drain the lettuce in a colander to completely remove excess water. If the lettuce is too wet, the salad might taste bland. Once drained, tear or cut the lettuce into bite-sized pieces, about half the original size. (Cutting it too small might reduce the crispness.) Tip: Rinsing the lettuce gently with a little coarse salt can enhance its crunchiness.
Step 3
Now it’s time to make the delicious dressing. Place the washed and drained lettuce (half a head) into a bowl. Add all the dressing ingredients: 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp fish sauce (anchovy or sand lance), 1 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tsp minced garlic. Using fish sauce will significantly enhance the savory flavor. Feel free to adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your preference.
Step 4
After adding the dressing, the key is to gently toss the lettuce with your hands so it doesn’t get crushed. Mix by gently bringing the ingredients from the sides of the bowl towards the center. It’s like lightly fluffing the lettuce with air to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed. Be careful not to mash the lettuce, as this will diminish its fresh crunchiness.
Step 5
Finally, drizzle in 1 Tbsp of sesame oil for a nutty aroma and sprinkle with a pinch of sesame seeds for garnish. Adding sesame oil just before serving helps to preserve its fragrant flavor. And just like that, your fresh, crisp, and delicious lettuce salad is ready! It’s absolutely wonderful served with freshly cooked warm rice.
