Spicy & Sweet Pickled Garlic Scape Salad Recipe
Spicy & Sweet Pickled Garlic Scape Salad Recipe
Summer Delight! Revive Your Appetite with Spicy Gochujang Garlic Scape Salad
A quintessential summer side dish! This Gochujang-seasoned garlic scape salad, with its pungent garlic notes and sweet-spicy kick, is sure to be a hit. Here’s a simple recipe to make your family’s new favorite rice companion.
Main Ingredients- Pickled Garlic Scapes (prepared as a side dish), 1 handful
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste), 1/2 Tbsp
- Sugar, 1/2 Tbsp
- Sesame Oil, 1 Tbsp
- Toasted Sesame Seeds, a pinch
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
If you have pickled garlic scapes prepared as a side dish at home, now is the perfect time to use them! They pair wonderfully with grilled meats, cutting through the richness and creating a fantastic harmony. You can transform these pickles into a deliciously sweet, spicy, and tangy garlic scape salad.
Step 2
First, drain the pickled garlic scapes on a sieve to remove excess liquid. If they taste too salty, you can lightly rinse them under cold water and then squeeze out any remaining moisture. Now, in a bowl with the drained garlic scapes, add 1/2 tablespoon of gochujang, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and about 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for added flavor. (This amount is for about 1-2 meals; adjust to your preference.)
Step 3
Gently mix the garlic scapes with the prepared seasoning ingredients until well combined. Finally, sprinkle a generous pinch of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma, and your delicious garlic scape salad is ready! If you’re using fresh garlic scapes, wash them thoroughly, blanch them briefly in boiling water, and then add a splash of vinegar for an even more refreshing and zesty gochujang garlic scape salad.
Step 4
This homemade garlic scape salad isn’t too salty and tastes wonderful right away. It’s the perfect side dish when you have a poor appetite. During the hot summer months, we often crave savory and flavorful foods to stimulate our appetite, and this garlic scape salad is exactly what you need.
Step 5
It’s delicious served with warm rice, but it’s also a delightful treat when paired with crispy, toasted rice crust (nurungji). While I’ve prepared a simple meal today, I plan to grill some delicious meat for my husband and serve it alongside this delightful summer side dish for a satisfying meal.
