Crisp and Fragrant Chive Salad (Buchu Geotjeori) Golden Recipe
Crisp and Fragrant Chive Salad (Buchu Geotjeori) Golden Recipe
Simple Stir-fried Chives, Spicy and Sweet Chive Salad Dressing Method
Whip up a delightful chive salad with just one bunch of chives! This recipe features the refreshing crispness of fresh chives combined with the subtle sweetness of onions, all coated in a perfectly balanced spicy and savory dressing. It’s an excellent side dish for rice or a fantastic accompaniment to rich, fatty foods like samgyeopsal. For those snacky moments, it can even transform into a delicious chive pancake! Elevate your meals with this simple yet incredibly flavorful chive salad.
Chive Salad Ingredients- Fresh chives 65g
- Crisp onion 48g
- Minced garlic 0.4 Tbsp
- Savory soy sauce 1.5 Tbsp
- Fragrant sesame oil 0.7 Tbsp (adjust to taste)
- Sweetener (sugar) 0.25 Tbsp
- Spicy red pepper flakes 0.7 Tbsp
- Aromatic sesame seeds 1.8 tsp, sprinkled
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the chives and drain them well in a colander. Trim off any yellow or bruised parts, and cut the chives into approximately 4cm lengths. Thinly slice the onion into strips about 2mm thick. Prepare 0.4 Tbsp of minced garlic for easy addition later.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the dressing that will define the flavor of your chive salad. Start by adding 1.5 Tbsp of savory soy sauce to a mixing bowl.
Step 3
Add 0.7 Tbsp of fragrant sesame oil to enhance the aroma and taste. The nutty flavor of sesame oil is key to a delicious chive salad, so feel free to add a little more if you’re a fan.
Step 4
Incorporate 0.25 Tbsp of sugar to add a subtle sweetness and balance the overall flavors of the dressing.
Step 5
Add the prepared minced garlic and sesame seeds to the bowl. Tilt the bowl and gently stir to combine all the dressing ingredients until well mixed. Your delicious chive salad dressing is now ready!
Step 6
Place the trimmed chives and sliced onions on top of the dressing. Sprinkle 0.7 Tbsp of red pepper flakes over the vegetables to add a pleasant spicy kick.
Step 7
Put on disposable gloves to ensure hygiene. Gently toss the ingredients together, being careful not to overmix, so that the chives retain their crispness. Overmixing can make the chives wilt and lose their texture.
Step 8
Taste the salad immediately after mixing. If it feels a bit bland, add a touch more soy sauce. Alternatively, for a cleaner saltiness, add a tiny pinch of salt to adjust the seasoning perfectly to your preference.
Step 9
Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds over the top for both visual appeal and an extra burst of flavor. Your crisp and fragrant chive salad recipe is complete! Enjoy it fresh right after making for the best taste.
