Delicious Steamed Korean Chili Peppers (Ggwari Gochu Jjim)
Delicious Steamed Korean Chili Peppers (Ggwari Gochu Jjim)
[Healthy Home Cooking Recipe] The Best Side Dish When You Have No Appetite! Making Flavorful and Chewy Steamed Ggwari Gochu
Introducing Ggwari Gochu Jjim, rich in Vitamins A and C, great for eye health and antioxidants, with a captivating flavor that stimulates the appetite. Complete your rice-stealing side dish with a simple process!
Main Ingredients- 1 bag of Ggwari Gochu (approx. 200g)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Ggwari Gochu is rich in Vitamins A and C, beneficial for eye health and antioxidant effects, and is an excellent ingredient for stimulating appetite. First, neatly trim off the stems from the Ggwari Gochu.
Step 2
Soak the Ggwari Gochu in running water for about 15 minutes to keep them fresh, then rinse them thoroughly. This process helps remove any bitterness or impurities from the peppers.
Step 3
To achieve a delightfully chewy texture, prick each Ggwari Gochu 2-3 times with a fork. This allows the seasoning to penetrate well into the peppers during steaming, making them even more delicious.
Step 4
Place the pricked Ggwari Gochu into a zip-top bag or plastic bag. This will make it much easier to coat them with flour in the next step.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of flour or Korean pancake mix (using a large spoon) into the bag. (This recipe uses Woori-mil buckwheat pancake mix.) Shake the bag well to ensure the Ggwari Gochu are evenly coated with a thin layer of flour. Be careful not to apply too much flour, as it can make the texture pasty.
Step 6
Fill your steamer with water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, place a piece of cheesecloth or damp kitchen towel over the steamer basket and arrange the floured Ggwari Gochu evenly on top. Using cheesecloth prevents the peppers from sticking to the steamer.
Step 7
Cover with the lid and steam for 3 minutes over high heat. Ggwari Gochu cooks quickly, so over-steaming can make them mushy. 3 minutes is ideal to maintain a firm, chewy texture.
Step 8
Voila! Your wonderfully steamed Ggwari Gochu are ready, emitting a fragrant steam. They look beautifully cooked! ❤️
Step 9
Let the steamed Ggwari Gochu cool slightly. If you mix them with the seasoning while they are too hot, they might break apart. While they cool, let’s prepare the delicious seasoning!
Step 10
If you have green garlic or chives, finely chop them to serve as both green onion and garlic. Regular green onions or garlic can also be used.
Step 11
In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp tuna extract, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 1 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and the chopped green onion (or garlic). Mix well to create the seasoning. If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a little sugar or corn syrup. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Step 12
Gently toss the slightly cooled steamed Ggwari Gochu into the prepared seasoning. Be careful not to mash the peppers as you mix them thoroughly with the seasoning. Finish by sprinkling some toasted sesame seeds on top for added nutty flavor.
Step 13
Transfer the finished Ggwari Gochu Jjim to a storage container. While it’s delicious right away, refrigerating it for a few hours allows the flavors to meld beautifully, deepening the taste. Enjoy this healthy and delicious homemade Ggwari Gochu Jjim, a satisfying side dish that will bring back your appetite! It’s easy to make and packed with nutrients, so give it a try!
