Golden Recipe: Perfectly Pa Muchim (Scallion Salad)
Golden Recipe: Perfectly Pa Muchim (Scallion Salad)
Spicy and Delicious! The Secret to Making Amazing Scallion Salad Pa Geotjeori
Today’s recipe is a scallion salad, also known as Pa Muchim or Pa Jeori, that’s perfect as a side dish for grilled meats or when you’re craving something refreshing. It comes together in just a few minutes and tastes absolutely fantastic with barbecue.
Essential Ingredients- Prepared scallion strips (julienned scallions)
- 1 tsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Fish sauce (anchovy or sand lance)
- 1 tsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Alright, let’s dive into the golden recipe for making this incredible scallion salad, Pa Muchim or Pa Jeori, which pairs perfectly with grilled meats! You can whip this up easily at home in no time.
Step 2
The key is to slice the scallions thinly and evenly. Remember how I showed you a super easy way to julienne scallions without a special scallion cutter? We’ll be using that technique today!
Step 3
Once you have your thinly sliced scallions, place them in a bowl of cold water for a few minutes. This step helps to mellow out the sharp, pungent flavor of the scallions, making them more palatable.
Step 4
Gently squeeze out the excess water from the scallions. Then, in a mixing bowl, combine 1 tsp of soy sauce, 1 tsp of fish sauce, 1 tsp of gochugaru, 1 tsp of toasted sesame seeds, and 1 tsp of sesame oil. (If you prefer a touch of sweetness, you can add 1 tsp of sugar here.)
Step 5
Now, gently toss and mix the scallions with the dressing using your hands. Be careful not to over-mix or squeeze too hard, as this can make the scallions mushy. A light, ‘jomul jomul’ (squishing and tossing) motion is best.
Step 6
See how easy that was? Without any fancy tricks, you’ve successfully made a delicious scallion salad (Pa Geotjeori)! Enjoy it as a refreshing accompaniment to your favorite Korean barbecue or grilled dishes.
