Refreshing Apple and Chive Salad
Refreshing Apple and Chive Salad
Spring Chives: A Superfood for Diabetics! Enjoy with a Sweet and Tangy Apple Salad
Spring chives, so precious they’re said to be better than deer antler and not even shared with sons-in-law, are a true nutritional powerhouse! They’re not just beneficial for diabetics but also boast properties that help with anemia, cancer prevention, boosting vitality, relieving neuralgia, strengthening liver function, and improving cold extremities. Enjoy plenty of these nutrient-rich chives to create a healthy and delicious meal.
Ingredients- Fresh Spring Chives 200g
- 1 Apple
Seasoning- 1.5 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Fish Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Plum Extract
- 0.5 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Oligosaccharide
- 1 Tbsp Chili Oil
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 0.5 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1.5 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Fish Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Plum Extract
- 0.5 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Oligosaccharide
- 1 Tbsp Chili Oil
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 0.5 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all your ingredients. Wash the chives thoroughly under running water and drain them well. Wash the apple, preferably with baking soda or vinegar, to ensure it’s clean.
Step 2
Cut the chives into bite-sized pieces, about 3-4 cm long. Avoid cutting them too finely, as this can make them mushy. Slightly larger pieces will provide a better texture.
Step 3
Core the apple and slice it thinly, keeping the skin on. Leaving the skin on adds a delightful crunch and extra nutrients. Slice thinly rather than into thick julienne strips, so it mixes well with the dressing.
Step 4
In a bowl, combine all the seasoning ingredients: gochugaru, soy sauce, fish sauce, plum extract, brown sugar, vinegar, oligosaccharide, chili oil, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. Whisk everything together until well combined to create a flavorful dressing.
Step 5
Place the sliced apples and chives into a larger mixing bowl. Handle the chives gently at this stage.
Step 6
Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the apples and chives. Make sure there’s enough dressing to coat all the ingredients.
Step 7
Gently toss everything together to combine. The key is to mix lightly rather than vigorously, to preserve the fresh, crisp texture of the chives. Once everything is well combined, your delicious Apple and Chive Salad is ready! You can serve it immediately, or let it sit for a short while to allow the flavors to meld even further.
