Simple & Healthy Zucchini Leaf Namul Salad
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An incredibly simple and healthy side dish made with zucchini leaves, perfect for managing blood sugar. This zucchini leaf namul offers a fresh flavor and a savory seasoning that will tantalize your taste buds.
Main Ingredients
- 20 zucchini leaves
- 1 Tbsp coarse salt (for blanching)
Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce for soup (Guk-ganjang)
- 0.3 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (Deulgireum)
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce for soup (Guk-ganjang)
- 0.3 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (Deulgireum)
- A pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the fresh zucchini leaves. Gently snap the tough stem of each leaf and pull the skin downwards to peel it off. This makes the preparation very simple and ensures a tender texture.
Step 2
Bring a pot of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of coarse salt. Quickly blanch the prepared zucchini leaves for about 1 to 1.5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become mushy and lose their texture.
Step 3
Immediately remove the blanched zucchini leaves from the boiling water and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to cool them down. Then, firmly squeeze out as much water as possible using your hands. This step is crucial for the dressing to adhere well and for a flavorful salad.
Step 4
In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini leaves with the seasoning ingredients: 1 tablespoon of soy sauce for soup, 0.3 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of nutty perilla oil, and a pinch of toasted sesame seeds.
Step 5
Gently toss and mix the ingredients with your hands, like fluffing the leaves, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the zucchini leaves. Avoid crushing the leaves. Once mixed well, your delicious Zucchini Leaf Namul Salad is ready to be enjoyed!
