Crispy Napa Cabbage Salad (Geotjeori): A Simple and Delicious Summer Side Dish
Crispy Napa Cabbage Salad (Geotjeori): A Simple and Delicious Summer Side Dish
Napa Cabbage Geotjeori Recipe for Summer: Freshness and Crunch in a Summer Delicacy
Let’s make a crisp and refreshing Napa cabbage geotjeori, perfect for the hot summer days. Even with simple seasonings, it offers a rich flavor that’s incredibly addictive with rice.
Main Ingredients- 1 head Napa cabbage (baby cabbage)
- 1/3 cup coarse sea salt (for salting cabbage)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start making a crispy Napa cabbage geotjeori, perfect for those times when your appetite is low during the summer! The crunchy texture of fresh Napa cabbage combined with savory seasoning will make you want to finish a whole bowl of rice.
Step 2
First, remove the outer leaves of the Napa cabbage and wash it thoroughly under running water. Cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 4-5 cm). Place the cut cabbage in a large bowl, sprinkle with 1/3 cup of coarse sea salt, and let it wilt for about 15-20 minutes. Stir it once in between to ensure even salting. Once the cabbage becomes pliable, rinse it two or three times in cold water to remove excess salt. Then, place it in a colander to drain the water thoroughly. Don’t squeeze too hard, or it might lose some of its crispness; just let the excess water drip away.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to make the delicious geotjeori seasoning. In a clean bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of gochugaru, 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of sugar, a handful of chopped green onions, and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Mix them well. If the seasoning seems too thick, you can add a tiny bit more fish sauce or water. Add the drained Napa cabbage to the bowl and gently toss it with the seasoning, ensuring each piece is coated. Be careful not to mix too vigorously, as this can make the cabbage mushy.
Step 4
Isn’t that simple? Your crispy and delicious Napa cabbage geotjeori is now ready! It tastes best when eaten immediately after being freshly mixed. It’s a great side dish for rice, and it also complements fatty dishes like pork belly, cutting through the richness for an even more enjoyable meal.
