Fresh and Vibrant Lettuce Salad (Sangchu Geotjeori) – Ready in 5 Minutes!
Fresh and Vibrant Lettuce Salad (Sangchu Geotjeori) – Ready in 5 Minutes!
Super Easy 5-Minute Lettuce Salad (Sangchu Geotjeori) – Perfect for Beginners!
Lettuce not only helps to calm the mind and body but also has preventative effects against low blood pressure. It’s a healthy vegetable with a higher content of iron and essential amino acids compared to many others. Enjoy its deliciousness in this fresh and vibrant lettuce salad!
Main Ingredients- 20-25 leaves of lettuce
- 1/4 onion
- 1/4 carrot
- 1/4 green onion (scallion)
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce (anchovy or similar)
- 2 Tbsp plum extract (maesil syrup)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce (anchovy or similar)
- 2 Tbsp plum extract (maesil syrup)
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by thoroughly washing the lettuce. Fill a large bowl with cold water and submerge the lettuce leaves. Gently swish them around to remove any dirt or debris. Once clean, drain the lettuce well, preferably using a colander, to ensure excess water is removed. Excess moisture can dilute the dressing, so thorough draining is key for the best flavor.
Step 2
Next, prepare the vegetables that will add texture and flavor to your salad. Peel and wash the 1/4 onion and 1/4 carrot, then julienne them into thin, bite-sized strips, similar in length to the lettuce leaves. Finely chop the 1/4 green onion, using both the white and green parts for a balanced flavor. Cutting the vegetables into uniform sizes will help them mix evenly with the dressing and make the salad pleasant to eat.
Step 3
The secret to a delicious salad lies in the dressing! In a small bowl, combine 2 Tbsp of red pepper flakes (gochugaru), 1 Tbsp of soy sauce, 1 Tbsp of fish sauce for umami, 2 Tbsp of plum extract for a touch of sweetness and tang, 2 Tbsp of vinegar for brightness, and 1/2 Tbsp of minced garlic. Whisk everything together until well combined and there are no clumps. Making the dressing ahead of time will make the mixing process much smoother.
Step 4
Add the drained lettuce (torn into bite-sized pieces by hand or cut into 2-3 sections) to the prepared dressing. Toss in the julienned onion, carrot, and chopped green onion. Now, gently toss everything together with your hands to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing. Be careful not to overmix or mash the lettuce; a light but thorough toss is essential to maintain its crispness. Your fresh, crisp, and flavorful lettuce salad is now ready to enjoy!
