Spicy and Sweet Pickled Chili Salad
Super Simple Side Dish! Spicy and Sweet Pickled Chili Salad Recipe (Baek Jong Won Style)
Hello everyone! Today, I’m sharing a super simple side dish recipe that will reignite your appetite: ‘Spicy and Sweet Pickled Chili Salad’. We’re using pre-pickled chilies that are already packed with flavor, making this a magical recipe you can whip up in just 5 minutes. The savory, spicy, and sweet seasoning combination will have you finishing a bowl of rice in no time! This recipe is inspired by Baek Jong Won’s home cooking methods.
Main Ingredients
- 250g pickled chili peppers (squeeze out excess water)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for nutty aroma)
Seasoning Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp coarse gochugaru (for spiciness)
- 1/2 Tbsp fine gochugaru (for color and milder spice)
- 1/4 cup oligo당 (oligosaccharide syrup, for sweetness and shine)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp coarse gochugaru (for spiciness)
- 1/2 Tbsp fine gochugaru (for color and milder spice)
- 1/4 cup oligo당 (oligosaccharide syrup, for sweetness and shine)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, firmly squeeze out the excess water from the pickled chili peppers using your hands. This is crucial for the seasoning to adhere well to the chilies, resulting in a more delicious salad.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp coarse gochugaru, 1/2 Tbsp fine gochugaru, and 1/4 cup oligo당. Mix all the seasoning ingredients thoroughly until smooth to create a flavorful dressing.
Step 3
Add the squeezed pickled chili peppers to the prepared seasoning mix. Gently toss and mix them together with your hands, ensuring each chili is evenly coated with the seasoning. The key is to mix it thoroughly!
Step 4
Finally, sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds over the finished pickled chili salad. This adds a delightful nutty flavor and makes the dish even more appetizing. Serve immediately as a perfect side dish with rice!
