Spicy and Tangy Scallion Salad (Pajeori) – The Ultimate Recipe
How to Make Delicious Pajeori Easily at Home
Let’s make the essential Pajeori that’s indispensable when eating meat. It’s a refreshing and slightly spicy scallion salad that perfectly complements grilled meats.
Main Ingredients- 1 handful of green onions or the white parts of leeks (approx. 100g)
- 1 cup cold water (to remove the pungent taste of the scallions)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Alright, shall we now make the Pajeori, a scallion salad that takes just a few minutes to prepare but is a fantastic partner to meat? This golden recipe will make your home-cooked meals feel like they’re from a fancy restaurant!
Step 2
The key to great Pajeori is thinly and evenly slicing the scallions. If you don’t have a special scallion slicer, don’t worry! Just like I showed you before, you can use a regular knife to slice them thinly, achieving a result as neat as if they were cut with a special tool. After slicing, soak the scallions in cold water for about 10 minutes. This step helps to mellow out their sharp, pungent flavor, making them much more tender and enjoyable.
Step 3
Drain the scallions that have been soaking in cold water using a colander. Gently squeeze out as much water as possible with your hands. This is crucial because excess water will dilute the dressing. Once the scallions are relatively dry, add the measured seasoning ingredients: 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp fish sauce, 1 tsp sesame seeds, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
Step 4
Now, add 1 tsp of red pepper flakes. This will give the salad its signature spicy kick. Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on how much heat you prefer.
Step 5
With clean hands, gently toss and mix everything together until the scallions are evenly coated with the seasoning. This ‘jjom-jjom’ motion is key! Be gentle to avoid bruising the scallions. You’ll soon have a deliciously crisp and flavorful scallion salad ready.
Step 6
Serve this wonderfully prepared Pajeori alongside your favorite grilled meats. It cuts through the richness of the meat beautifully, adding a refreshing zest and enhancing the overall flavor experience. Enjoy this incredible combination!
