Spicy and Sweet Steamed Korean Hot Peppers: The Quintessential Side Dish
Spicy and Sweet Steamed Korean Hot Peppers: The Quintessential Side Dish
Homemade Korean Hot Pepper Stir-fry: An Easy and Foolproof Recipe
Craving a flavorful banchan (side dish)? This spicy and sweet steamed Korean hot pepper dish is incredibly addictive, making it perfect for a quick meal. Its tender texture and savory sauce are guaranteed to make you want another bowl of rice. Try this simple recipe at home and delight your family.
Main Ingredients- 150g Korean hot peppers (Ggwari-gochu)
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (or syrup)
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (or syrup)
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, select fresh Korean hot peppers. To easily remove the stems, gently twist them off at the tip. Then, soak the peppers in rice water for about 10 minutes to clean them thoroughly. Soaking in rice water helps remove any bitterness and makes them even fresher.
Step 2
Lightly pat the washed peppers dry. Place them in a large bowl and add 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Gently shake or toss the bowl to coat the peppers evenly with flour. Coating them with flour will give them a chewier texture after steaming.
Step 3
Place the flour-coated peppers in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for 3 minutes. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy. Steamed peppers will retain a subtle sweetness and fragrance.
Step 4
While the peppers are steaming, let’s prepare the delicious sauce. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of plum extract, 1 tablespoon of oligosaccharide, 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes, and 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil. Mix well. This sauce offers a harmonious balance of sweetness, saltiness, and mild spiciness.
Step 5
Once the peppers are steamed, let them cool slightly. It’s best to let them cool a bit before mixing to prevent them from breaking apart. Add the prepared sauce to the cooled steamed peppers and gently toss to combine. Your delicious steamed Korean hot peppers are now ready! They are tasty right away and also make a great side dish when stored in the refrigerator.
