Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Garlic Scapes with Gochujang
Crispy Garlic Scape Salad with Gochujang: A Delicious Recipe for a Perfect Side Dish
This is a recipe for crispy garlic scapes seasoned with a savory and sweet sauce. Learn how to blanch garlic scapes to retain their crispiness and make a delicious, spicy-sweet sauce.
Main Ingredients
- 150g garlic scapes
For Washing Garlic Scapes
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
For Blanching Garlic Scapes
- 1/2 tsp salt
Seasoning
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp oligo syrup (or corn syrup)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
For Blanching Garlic Scapes
- 1/2 tsp salt
Seasoning
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp oligo syrup (or corn syrup)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp oligo syrup (or corn syrup)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare your fresh garlic scapes. Gently rinse them under running water. Trim off the tough ends and the thicker bottom parts. Then, cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 5cm (2 inches) long.
Step 2
To ensure a crisp texture, the cut garlic scapes undergo a special washing process. Fill a bowl with enough water to cover the scapes and add 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Submerge the cut garlic scapes in this vinegar water for 5 minutes to help remove any dirt. Afterwards, rinse them thoroughly under running water several times to clean them completely.
Step 3
Now it’s time to blanch the garlic scapes for maximum crispness. In a pot, bring 800ml of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water. Once the water is vigorously boiling, carefully add the prepared garlic scapes. Blanch them for only 30 seconds – be precise with the timing, as overcooking will make them soft and lose their crunch.
Step 4
Immediately after blanching, transfer the garlic scapes to a bowl of cold running water. This rapid cooling helps to preserve their crisp texture. Once they are completely cooled, drain them well in a colander, shaking off as much excess water as possible. Excess moisture can dilute the sauce and make the dish less flavorful.
Step 5
Let’s prepare the delicious seasoning for your garlic scape salad! In a bowl, combine 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of oligo syrup (for sweetness), 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (for color and spice), 1 tablespoon of gochujang (for savory depth and heat), and 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil (for nutty aroma). Mix these ingredients thoroughly with a spoon until you have a well-combined sauce.
Step 6
Finally, place the well-drained garlic scapes into a mixing bowl. Pour all of the prepared spicy-sweet gochujang sauce over them. Gently toss and mix the garlic scapes with the sauce, ensuring an even coating. For a final touch of nutty flavor and texture, sprinkle a pinch of toasted sesame seeds over the top and toss one last time. Your delicious spicy and sweet garlic scape salad is now ready to enjoy!
