Crispy and Delicious Young Cabbage Doenjang Salad
Perfect for Baby Food! Soft Young Cabbage Salad with Doenjang
Introducing a delightful side dish that enhances the flavor of pork belly wraps! We’ve gently seasoned blanched young cabbage with doenjang (fermented soybean paste). Made with mild seasonings perfect for babies, this simple yet nutritious recipe will complete your delicious meal!
Main Ingredients- 400g Young Cabbage
- 2 tsp Vinegar
Seasoning- 0.5 tsp Baby Doenjang (mild fermented soybean paste)
- 0.5 tsp Baby Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
- 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 tsp Pear Juice
- 0.5 tsp Baby Doenjang (mild fermented soybean paste)
- 0.5 tsp Baby Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
- 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 tsp Pear Juice
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients needed for the recipe thoroughly.
Step 2
To remove soil from the young cabbage, fill a bowl with plenty of water, dissolve 2 teaspoons of vinegar in it, and then soak the young cabbage. Gently shake it with your hands to help the dirt detach.
Step 3
After the initial soil removal, rinse the young cabbage under running water, carefully checking between the leaves to ensure it’s clean. This is a crucial step to enjoy fresh vegetables deliciously.
Step 4
Fill a large pot with plenty of water and bring it to a rolling boil. Once the water is boiling, add the cleaned young cabbage and blanch for exactly 40 seconds. Blanching it just enough to wilt the leaves will preserve its crisp texture.
Step 5
Immediately after blanching, rinse the young cabbage in cold water to cool it down. This helps maintain the vegetable’s freshness and crispiness.
Step 6
Gently but firmly squeeze the excess water out of the blanched young cabbage with both hands. Leaving too much water can dilute the seasoning and make the dish taste bland.
Step 7
Cut the de-watered young cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Cutting them into approximately 3-4 cm lengths is ideal for babies to eat easily.
Step 8
For the seasoning, place the toasted sesame seeds in a mortar and pestle and grind them finely. The freshly ground, fragrant sesame seeds will significantly enhance the salad’s flavor.
Step 9
Have your finely ground toasted sesame seeds ready, and now prepare to combine all the seasoning ingredients.
Step 10
In a mixing bowl, combine the prepared young cabbage with 0.5 tsp of baby doenjang, 0.5 tsp of baby soy sauce, 1 tsp of sesame oil, 1 tsp of the freshly ground sesame seeds, and 1 tsp of pear juice for a touch of sweetness. Gently mix with your hands, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the cabbage.
Step 11
Serve the finished young cabbage doenjang salad in a nice bowl for your baby to enjoy. Portion the remaining salad into clean containers and store it in the refrigerator. This way, you can enjoy this delicious side dish anytime!
