Nutritious and Delicious Dried Radish Greens Porridge (Siraegi Juk)
Nutritious and Delicious Dried Radish Greens Porridge (Siraegi Juk)
Soft, Savory, and Flavorful Dried Radish Greens Porridge Recipe
Dried radish greens, harvested after a long winter, are packed with dietary fiber and calcium. Those grown in the high-altitude regions of Pyeongchang are naturally air-dried, typically ready after mid-January. Let’s transform these nutritious greens into a delicious and healthy porridge.
Main Ingredients- 150g cooked dried radish greens
- 1 bowl cooled cooked rice
For Sautéing Radish Greens- 1 Tbsp doenjang (fermented soybean paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp perilla oil
For Cooking the Porridge- 3 cups (600ml) water
- 0.5 Tbsp fish sauce
- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce
Finishing (Optional)- 0.5 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp doenjang (fermented soybean paste)
- 0.5 Tbsp perilla oil
For Cooking the Porridge- 3 cups (600ml) water
- 0.5 Tbsp fish sauce
- 1 Tbsp soup soy sauce
Finishing (Optional)- 0.5 Tbsp perilla oil
- 0.5 Tbsp perilla oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This recipe makes a generous single serving. Boiling the dried radish greens until tender is key to reducing cooking time. If your greens are tough, extend the boiling period.
Step 2
Finely chop the cooked dried radish greens. You don’t need to peel them. Chopping them into bite-sized pieces will result in a smoother porridge texture.
Step 3
In a pan, combine 1 tablespoon of doenjang and 0.5 tablespoon of perilla oil. Add the chopped radish greens and sauté over medium heat. Be careful not to burn the doenjang.
Step 4
It’s important to sauté the radish greens until all the moisture has evaporated. This process brings out their deep, savory flavor.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to cook the porridge. Add the sautéed radish greens and 3 cups (600ml) of water to a pot and bring to a boil. You can adjust the water amount depending on your pot size and heat. I added the water in two parts and simmered for about 10 minutes.
Step 6
Once the radish greens are tender, add 1 bowl of cooled cooked rice and simmer gently. Break up any clumps of rice with a spoon while it cooks. If needed, add more water at this stage to reach your desired porridge consistency.
Step 7
Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat until thoroughly cooked. The longer the porridge simmers, the more the flavors meld, creating a richer taste. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking to the bottom.
Step 8
Finally, drizzle with 0.5 tablespoon of perilla oil, if desired. The nutty aroma of perilla oil enhances the porridge’s flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning with fish sauce or soup soy sauce if necessary.
Step 9
It was so delicious, I finished the entire bowl! Enjoy this hearty and healthy dried radish greens porridge!
