Nutritious and Tender Zucchini Rolls (Aehobak-seon)
Nutritious and Tender Zucchini Rolls (Aehobak-seon)
Beautifully Colored and Delicious Healthy Zucchini Rolls Recipe
Introducing ‘Aehobak-seon’, a delightful dish made by steaming zucchini, beautifully topping it with fresh perilla leaves and red chili, and drizzling it with a savory soy sauce dressing. Although simple to prepare, it looks like a dish made with great care, making it perfect for special occasions or when hosting guests. Zucchini is very low in calories, with about 17 kcal per 100g, making it an ideal choice for a diet meal. Enjoy a healthy and delicious meal with Aehobak-seon, which boasts nutrition, flavor, and visual appeal!
Main Ingredients- 1 medium-sized zucchini
- 10 fresh perilla leaves
- 1 red chili pepper (for garnish)
Savory Dressing- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (regular or Korean soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for nutty flavor)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce (regular or Korean soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for nutty flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Before you begin cooking, prepare all your ingredients thoroughly. Wash the zucchini under running water, pat the perilla leaves dry, and arrange them neatly. If using the red chili for garnish, remove the seeds and finely mince or thinly slice it.
Step 2
Place the zucchini in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for about 5 minutes until ‘tender-crisp’. Be careful not to overcook it, as it can become mushy. The key is to steam it just enough so it’s tender but still retains a slight bite. Let the steamed zucchini cool slightly.
Step 3
While the zucchini is steaming, prepare the accompanying vegetables. Fold each perilla leaf in half lengthwise, then stack them and thinly slice them into fine julienne strips. For the red chili, remove the seeds and finely mince it, or slice it thinly to create pretty garnishes.
Step 4
Now, let’s make the star of the Aehobak-seon – the dressing! In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Mix well. Finally, add a pinch of sesame seeds for a nutty aroma to complete your delicious dressing.
Step 5
Once the zucchini has cooled slightly, slice it into uniform rounds about 0.5 cm thick. Slicing them too thinly might cause them to break easily, so maintaining a consistent thickness is important. Arrange the sliced zucchini neatly on a cutting board or serving plate.
Step 6
On each zucchini slice, arrange a generous mound of the finely julienned perilla leaves. Drizzle the freshly made savory soy sauce dressing over the top, and finally, place the beautifully sliced red chili pepper to garnish. Your carefully crafted Aehobak-seon is now complete! It’s delicious served warm or chilled.
