Tomato Salad (Geotjeori Style)
Tomato Salad (Geotjeori Style)
Al-Toran’s Sweet and Tangy Daejeo Tomato Salad Recipe
I’m a loyal viewer who never misses ‘Al-Toran,’ airing every Sunday night. This episode features a refreshing tomato salad that’s perfect for awakening your spring appetite. It’s a delightful side dish that balances the freshness of tomatoes with a zesty dressing, perfect for any meal.
Salad Ingredients- 2 Daejeo tomatoes
- 1/4 onion
- 10g chives
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (or syrup)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp vinegar
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- A pinch of black sesame seeds
- A pinch of pine nuts
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the dressing, which is the heart of this delicious salad. In a medium bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of sweet plum extract, 1 tablespoon of savory soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of beloved gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), 1.5 tablespoons of fragrant sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of tangy vinegar. Whisk everything together until well combined. For an extra nutty aroma, add a generous pinch of sesame seeds. Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly mixed, creating a flavorful dressing.
Step 2
Now, it’s time to prepare the main ingredient, the tomatoes. Wash the 2 Daejeo tomatoes thoroughly under running water and remove the stems. Then, cut each tomato in half, and cut each half into four pieces. Finally, slice them thinly to about 1.5 to 2 cm thick. Be careful not to slice them too thinly, or they might break apart. Thinly slice the 1/4 onion and cut the 10g of chives into 2-3 cm lengths. Add the prepared tomatoes and onions to the dressing and gently toss them together. It’s important to handle the tomatoes gently to prevent them from getting mashed.
Step 3
Once the tomatoes and onions are well coated with the dressing, add the fragrant chives and toss lightly one more time. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the chives lose their crispness. Your delicious tomato salad is now ready! To add a beautiful touch and enhance the flavor, sprinkle a pinch of black sesame seeds over the top. For an extra layer of texture and nuttiness, you can also garnish with a few pine nuts. Enjoy this delightful tomato salad, a perfect dish to enjoy when you need a little culinary pick-me-up!
