Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Garlic Salad
Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Garlic Salad
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They say eating about two cloves of garlic daily is good for your health. It seems easy enough to incorporate that into your diet! Garlic is a common ingredient in many dishes like stir-fries, stews, and soups, so we naturally consume it without even realizing it. However, this recipe puts garlic front and center, allowing you to enjoy its delicious flavor consistently. Introducing ‘Stir-Fried Garlic Salad,’ a dish that uses garlic as the main ingredient, not just a supporting one. ‘Stir-Fried Garlic Salad’ might sound a bit unfamiliar, but once you try it, you’ll find it so delicious that you’ll want to make it often. Let me share the method for making this wonderful garlic salad right now.
Ingredients- 500g garlic cloves (peeled)
- 5 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup/honey)
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp maesil extract (green plum syrup)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (plus extra for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the peeled garlic cloves. Heat a dry pan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and stir-fry gently without oil. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic turns slightly golden brown. This process mellows the sharp bite of the garlic and brings out its natural sweetness.
Step 2
Once the garlic is nicely stir-fried, transfer it to a wide bowl and let it cool completely. It’s important to let it cool down before mixing with the seasoning to prevent a raw, pungent flavor.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, combine 5 Tbsp gochujang, 2 Tbsp oligosaccharide, 2 Tbsp gochugaru, 3 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp maesil extract, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Mix these ingredients thoroughly to create a well-balanced seasoning sauce. Once the sauce is ready, gently add the cooled stir-fried garlic and toss lightly until evenly coated. Be careful not to overmix, as this can crush the garlic.
Step 4
Arrange the finished stir-fried garlic salad attractively on a serving plate.
Step 5
Finally, sprinkle a little extra toasted sesame seeds on top. Your delicious Stir-Fried Garlic Salad, with its chewy texture and perfect balance of spicy and sweet flavors, is now complete! It’s a fantastic side dish for rice or even a light appetizer.
