Spring Aroma Delight! Spicy and Fragrant Wild Chive Salad (Dallae Muchim)
The Ultimate Side Dish! Easy and Quick Wild Chive Salad (Dallae Muchim) Recipe
While seaweed can be a bit soggy and less enjoyable in the summer, the winter season brings back the craving for it! Imagine enjoying perfectly grilled crisp Gim (seaweed) with a bowl of fluffy white rice – it’s simply divine. To elevate this experience even further, I’ve prepared a delightful Dallae (wild chive) salad to complement it. This recipe focuses on bringing out the natural, fresh, and slightly pungent flavor of dallae with minimal fuss, making it an excellent banchan (side dish) or a refreshing palate-awakener.
Main Ingredient
- 1 bunch of wild chives (Dallae, approx. 100g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make this delightful Dallae Muchim. We have 1 bunch of fresh wild chives (Dallae, about 100g), and for the seasoning: 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic, 3.5 Tbsp soy sauce (Yangjo Ganjang), 1.5 Tbsp plum extract (Maesil Cheong), and finally, a touch of sesame oil and sesame seeds to finish.
Step 2
Since we eat the entire dallae, including the roots, it’s important to prepare them properly. Trim off any dirty roots or wilted leaves. Then, cut the dallae into bite-sized pieces, about 2 to 3 cm in length. Cutting them too long might make them difficult to mix, while cutting them too short could affect the texture, so aim for a moderate length.
Step 3
All the fresh dallae have now been chopped into convenient, bite-sized pieces. Look at those vibrant roots – they really whet the appetite!
Step 4
After chopping, gently rinse the dallae several times under running water. Washing them carefully helps to preserve their fragrant aroma and thoroughly removes any dirt or debris. After rinsing, drain them well in a colander.
Step 5
Now, shall we move on to making the delicious seasoning for our Dallae Muchim? Let’s start by adding 3.5 tablespoons of soy sauce (Yangjo Ganjang) to a bowl. This will provide a deep, savory base for our dressing.
Step 6
Next, we’ll add 0.5 tablespoons of minced garlic. Garlic enhances the pungent and fresh flavor of the dallae. Be mindful of the quantity; too much garlic can overpower the delicate taste of the wild chives.
Step 7
To balance the flavors and add a touch of sweetness, we’ll add 1 tablespoon of sugar. Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Step 8
Now, let’s add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) for a bit of heat and a beautiful red hue. Using fine gochugaru will give the salad a more vibrant color.
Step 9
For an added layer of sweet and tangy flavor, adding 1.5 tablespoons of plum extract (Maesil Cheong) is a great idea. It provides a subtle sweetness and refreshing tartness that’s different from sugar, making the dish even more delicious.
Step 10
All the ingredients for the Dallae Muchim seasoning have now been added to the bowl. It’s time to mix these ingredients together so they harmonize perfectly.
Step 11
Using a spoon or spatula, stir the seasoning ingredients thoroughly, ensuring there are no clumps. Once the dressing is smooth and well-combined, gently add the prepared dallae to the bowl and mix.
Step 12
Finally, sprinkle in a little bit of sesame seeds for a nutty aroma and flavor. You can use whole sesame seeds, or crush them slightly between your palms before adding for an even richer taste.
Step 13
And to finish, drizzle in a touch of sesame oil for that glossy sheen and wonderful fragrance. Be careful not to add too much, as it can make the salad greasy; a light drizzle is perfect. Now, gently toss the dallae with your hands to coat it evenly with the dressing. Your delicious Dallae Muchim is ready!
Step 14
Voilà! Here is your wonderfully fragrant and appetizing Dallae Muchim. It looks so inviting! The combination of the slightly pungent dallae and the savory-sweet dressing is simply irresistible.
Step 15
This Dallae Muchim is absolutely delicious served simply over a warm bowl of white rice. You can easily finish a whole bowl of rice with just this dish and a spoonful of rice!
Step 16
And as originally intended, when you place this tasty Dallae Muchim on a piece of crispy grilled Gim (seaweed), it creates an unparalleled culinary experience that makes a bowl of rice disappear in an instant! This was the magical Dallae Muchim recipe. I highly recommend you try making it!
