Crisp and Fresh Lettuce Salad (Sangchu Geotjeori)
The Ultimate Lettuce Salad Recipe with a Perfectly Balanced Dressing
Discover how to make a deliciously crisp and fresh lettuce salad at home with ease. This vibrant side dish is sure to awaken your appetite.
Main Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh lettuce (approx. 100g)
- 1/2 bunch fragrant crown daisy (approx. 50g)
- 1/4 onion, thinly sliced
- A little scallion or green onion, finely chopped
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Golden Ratio Dressing
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp plum syrup (or corn syrup)
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (for seasoning)
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp plum syrup (or corn syrup)
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (for seasoning)
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the ‘golden ratio’ dressing that will make your lettuce salad truly shine. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp plum syrup, 2 Tbsp gochugaru, 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp fish sauce, 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar, 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic, and 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Whisk everything together thoroughly with a whisk or spoon until well combined. (Remember to exclude the sesame oil at this stage).
Step 2
Now, it’s time to prepare the vegetables. Gently wash the fresh lettuce under running water and pat it dry. Tear or cut the leaves into bite-sized pieces, slightly larger than a typical mouthful. Wash the crown daisy and cut it into similar sizes. Peel the onion and slice it thinly into strips. Finely chop the scallions or green onions.
Step 3
Place all the prepared lettuce, crown daisy, sliced onion, and chopped scallions into a large mixing bowl. Gently arrange the vegetables so they don’t clump together.
Step 4
Pour the delicious dressing you prepared earlier evenly over the vegetables. Make sure to cover all the ingredients generously with the dressing.
Step 5
Now, gently toss and mix everything together until the dressing is well distributed and the vegetables are lightly coated. Be careful not to overmix or crush the lettuce, as this can diminish its crisp texture. A gentle folding motion is best. Mix just enough for the vegetables to slightly wilt.
Step 6
Finally, drizzle 1 Tbsp of fragrant sesame oil over the salad and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for a finishing touch. You’ve now created a simple yet incredibly delicious lettuce salad that’s perfect for any meal!
