Spicy and Sweet Seasoned Dried Pollack Strips: A Delicious Side Dish Recipe
Spicy and Sweet Seasoned Dried Pollack Strips: A Delicious Side Dish Recipe
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Create a delicious side dish or pantry staple using leftover dried pollack (hwangtae) strips from making pollack soup! This seasoned pollack strip dish is delightfully spicy and sweet, made by adding gochujang (Korean chili paste), vinegar, and chili powder to a base of dollasoy sauce. The chewy texture of the pollack strips is exceptional. The sweetness from the dollasoy sauce combined with the gochujang creates a universally loved flavor. It’s perfect for mixing with rice or topping a bowl of fluffy rice!
Ingredients- 500g dried pollack strips
- 2 Tbsp dollasoy sauce
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, soak the dried pollack strips in cold water for about 2 hours until they are fully softened and absorb moisture.
Step 2
Rinse the soaked pollack strips thoroughly. Then, place them in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much water as possible. This step is crucial! Squeezing out the water properly prevents the dish from becoming watery and ensures the seasoning adheres well.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the gochugaru, gochujang, and vinegar. Add the dollasoy sauce and mix to create the seasoning paste. If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a little corn syrup for a sticky texture. Pollack strips have a surprising ability to absorb moisture and seasonings, so don’t be shy with the sauce!
Step 4
Add the well-squeezed pollack strips to the prepared seasoning sauce. Gently mix and toss with your hands until the strips are evenly coated. Finally, add the toasted sesame seeds and sesame oil, and give it another light toss to finish.
Step 5
Once completed, store this seasoned dried pollack strip dish in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It makes a satisfying side dish that you can enjoy for several days.
Step 6
The seasoning has now fully permeated the pollack strips, creating a harmonious blend of spicy and sweet flavors. This delicious seasoned dried pollack strip dish is ready! It’s wonderful mixed into a bowl of warm rice or served on top of fluffy, perfectly cooked rice, making it an irresistible rice thief!
