Savory Acorn Jelly Salad (Dotori Muk Muchim) – Easy Baek Jong Won Recipe!
How to Make Delicious Acorn Jelly Salad: A Simple Recipe by Baek Jong Won
Enjoy a delightful homemade acorn jelly salad using the popular Baek Jong Won recipe! This dish features chewy acorn jelly tossed with crisp vegetables and a flavorful savory dressing. It’s the perfect side dish to awaken your appetite. Learn how to make this refreshing and satisfying salad with simple ingredients and enjoy a taste of Korean home cooking.
Main Ingredients
- Acorn Jelly (Dotori Muk) 323g (If using homemade, no need to blanch)
- Fresh Lettuce 10 leaves
- Onion 1/4 medium
Flavorful Seasoning
- Soy Sauce 5 Tbsp (Adjust to taste)
- Korean Chili Flakes (Gochugaru) 1.5 Tbsp (Add more for extra spice)
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Sugar 1 Tbsp (Adjust sweetness as desired)
- Minced Garlic 0.5 Tbsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 Tbsp
- Soy Sauce 5 Tbsp (Adjust to taste)
- Korean Chili Flakes (Gochugaru) 1.5 Tbsp (Add more for extra spice)
- Sesame Oil 1 Tbsp
- Sugar 1 Tbsp (Adjust sweetness as desired)
- Minced Garlic 0.5 Tbsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your ingredients. For store-bought acorn jelly, blanch it in boiling water for a minute, then rinse under cold water to achieve a chewier texture. If you’re using homemade acorn jelly, you can skip the blanching step to prevent it from breaking apart. Wash the lettuce leaves thoroughly. Peel and thinly slice the onion into half-moons. Set these prepared ingredients aside.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the delicious seasoning that will bring this salad to life! In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce (5 Tbsp), Korean chili flakes (1.5 Tbsp), sesame oil (1 Tbsp), sugar (1 Tbsp), minced garlic (0.5 Tbsp), and toasted sesame seeds (1 Tbsp). Stir well until the sugar is dissolved and all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed. Taste the seasoning and adjust the soy sauce or sugar to your preference for a perfectly balanced flavor.
Step 3
Tear the washed lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces using your hands. Tearing by hand helps to maintain the lettuce’s crisp texture. The sliced onion is already prepared, so no further action is needed. Having these vegetables ready will make the tossing process much smoother.
Step 4
It’s time to assemble your delicious acorn jelly salad! In a large bowl, add the torn lettuce and sliced onions. Pour about two-thirds of the prepared seasoning over the vegetables. Gently toss the vegetables with your hands to coat them evenly with the seasoning. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the lettuce wilt. Once the vegetables are lightly coated, add the acorn jelly to the bowl. Gently toss everything together, taking care not to break the jelly. This ensures the jelly retains its pleasant chewy texture. You can add the remaining seasoning as needed, or drizzle it over the top just before serving for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal.
