Nostalgic Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry (Ssoya Bokkeum)
The Best Side Dish for Kids! Colorful Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry Golden Recipe
Introducing a nostalgic side dish loved by everyone, young and old: Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry. This dish is perfect for using up any leftover vegetables you have at home, and it’s so easy to make with simple ingredients that it’s often the first to disappear from the table. The savory and sweet flavor combined with the crisp texture of the vegetables makes it an excellent side dish for rice or a lunchbox staple. Make sure to try this delicious Ssoya Bokkeum recipe that promises a delightful meal, even on ordinary days!
Main Ingredients- 280g Frank sausages
- 1/4 Carrot (approx. 30g)
- 1/2 Onion (approx. 70g)
- 1/4 Red bell pepper (approx. 30g)
- 1/4 Green bell pepper (approx. 30g)
- 1/4 Yellow bell pepper (approx. 30g)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (15g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the carrot, onion, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces, about 0.5cm thick and 1.5cm x 1.5cm. Remove the seeds from the bell peppers. Cutting the vegetables into similar sizes ensures they cook evenly.
Step 2
2. Blanch the Sausages: Place the frank sausages in boiling water and blanch for about 1-2 minutes. This step helps to remove excess oil and impurities from the sausages, resulting in a cleaner taste.
Step 3
3. Score the Sausages: Pat the blanched sausages dry with a paper towel. Make cuts about 0.5cm apart in a diamond pattern or diagonally. Scoring the sausages allows the sauce to penetrate better and makes them look more appealing when cooked.
Step 4
4. Stir-fry the Vegetables: Heat a little cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the prepared carrots, onion, and bell peppers. Stir-fry them briskly for about 1 minute with 1 Tbsp of minced garlic until they are tender-crisp. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy.
Step 5
5. Add and Stir-fry Sausages: Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Add the scored sausages and stir-fry them with the vegetables for 1-2 minutes until they are lightly browned.
Step 6
6. Add Sauce and Continue Stir-frying: Add 2 Tbsp oyster sauce, 3 Tbsp ketchup, and 2/3 Tbsp sugar. Stir well to coat all the ingredients with the sauce, and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the flavors meld. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking. If desired, add chopped scallions at this stage for an aromatic touch.
Step 7
7. Finish and Serve: Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in a little sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Give it a final toss to combine. This adds a wonderful nutty aroma and flavor. Your delicious Sausage and Vegetable Stir-Fry is ready!