Umami Bomb! Golden Recipe for Deliciously Seasoned Clam Jeotgal
Umami Bomb! Golden Recipe for Deliciously Seasoned Clam Jeotgal
The Ultimate Side Dish for Home-Cooked Meals! An Unfailing Golden Recipe for Seasoned Clam Jeotgal, Packed with Flavor
Your go-to side dish for when you have no appetite! This recipe introduces how to make a delicious seasoned clam jeotgal by mixing savory clam fermented seafood with crisp vegetables. It’s a real rice thief!
Main Ingredients- 1 cup fresh clam jeotgal
- 1 stalk green onion (mainly white part)
- 1/2 onion
- 1 cup sparkling water (for adjusting saltiness)
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp fine gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds or ground sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp fine gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds or ground sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the fresh clam jeotgal, the key ingredient for making this delicious seasoned dish.
Step 2
Carefully transfer the prepared clam jeotgal into a clean bowl. Including some of the jeotgal liquid will add even more umami.
Step 3
Clam jeotgal can be quite salty. If you prefer a milder saltiness, you can adjust the salt level. (This step is optional, and you can substitute with regular water or cider depending on your preference.)
Step 4
Pour 1 cup of sparkling water over the clam jeotgal in the bowl. Letting it soak for about 10 minutes to 1 hour will naturally mellow out the saltiness, resulting in a milder clam jeotgal.
Step 5
Now it’s time to add the seasoning ingredients. Add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic and 2 Tbsp of fine gochugaru. Drizzle in sesame oil or perilla oil to your liking for added flavor. (If you plan to eat it right away, add the sesame oil/perilla oil now. If you plan to store it for a while, it’s best to add it just before serving to maintain maximum fragrance.)
Step 6
Use a spatula or spoon to gently mix everything together, ensuring the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the clam jeotgal. Mix it well.
Step 7
Wash and prepare the auxiliary ingredients: onion and green onion. Finely chop the onion so it blends well with the other ingredients.
Step 8
Slice the green onion thinly, then mince it. You can gently press it with the back of your knife or make small cuts to help it absorb the seasoning better and improve its texture.
Step 9
Add the chopped onion and minced green onion to the seasoned clam jeotgal. If you like it spicier, you can also add one finely chopped Cheongyang chili pepper for a bit of a kick.
Step 10
Mix the clam jeotgal, seasonings, and chopped vegetables thoroughly again, ensuring everything is well combined. Make sure to mix it all together evenly.
Step 11
Finally, add toasted sesame seeds or ground sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. (Toasted sesame seeds might not be fully absorbed by the body, so using ground sesame seeds can be better for digestion.) If you’re eating it immediately, feel free to add a little more sesame oil or perilla oil at this stage.
Step 12
Once all ingredients are thoroughly mixed, your golden recipe for delicious seasoned clam jeotgal is complete! Prepare for a meal where a bowl of rice disappears in an instant.
Step 13
As someone who loves fermented seafood, seasoned clam jeotgal is a fantastic side dish on its own, but it’s also great when incorporated into other dishes. It’s especially delicious served over a bowl of warm white rice!
