Fresh Lettuce and Chive Salad (Geotjeori): A Perfect Pairing with Smoked Duck!
Fresh Lettuce and Chive Salad (Geotjeori): A Perfect Pairing with Smoked Duck!
Recipe for Fragrant Lettuce and Chive Geotjeori
Looking for delicious ways to enjoy smoked duck? Today, we’re elevating it with a vibrant geotjeori (fresh kimchi salad)! The crisp lettuce and aromatic chives, tossed in a delightful dressing, create a refreshing side dish that perfectly complements the rich flavor of smoked duck. This salad adds a burst of freshness and texture, making your meal truly special. Let’s get cooking!
Main Ingredients- 100g lettuce (any variety like red or green leaf lettuce is fine)
- 50g chives
Seasoning- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp plum extract (maesil cheong)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp plum extract (maesil cheong)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- A pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your fresh lettuce. You can use any kind, such as red or green leaf lettuce. The key is to use about two to three times the amount of lettuce compared to the chives. This ensures a nice, crisp base for your salad.
Step 2
Next, cut the prepared lettuce and chives into bite-sized pieces. Using scissors to snip them is a great way to maintain their freshness and texture, rather than chopping with a knife. Cut the chives into about 3-4 cm lengths.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the delicious dressing. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, plum extract, and red pepper flakes. Mix them well until the sugar dissolves. Then, add the prepared lettuce and chives. Gently toss everything together to coat the vegetables evenly, being careful not to mash them.
Step 4
Finally, drizzle in the sesame oil for a nutty aroma and sprinkle with sesame seeds to finish. The rich flavor of the sesame oil and the satisfying crunch of the sesame seeds will add another layer of deliciousness to your geotjeori.
Step 5
Serve this refreshing lettuce and chive geotjeori alongside freshly cooked rice or lightly pan-fried smoked duck. The bright, crisp salad beautifully cuts through the richness of the duck, cleansing your palate and creating a truly harmonious dining experience. Enjoy your wonderful meal!
