Aromatic Crown Daisy Namul (Seasoned Greens) Recipe
Fragrant and Crispy Crown Daisy Greens: The Perfect Seasoned Side Dish
I picked up a generous bunch of crown daisies from the market and decided to make a simple seasoned greens dish. While crown daisies are often added to soups or stews, or enjoyed as lettuce wraps, they also make a wonderful seasoned side dish. Crown daisies are known for their unique aroma and satisfying crunch. They’re also said to be good for insomnia and constipation, so why not add this fragrant dish to your dinner table tonight? I’ll guide you through the simple steps so even beginners can follow along with ease!
Main Ingredients
- Crown Daisy 400g (one large bunch)
- Salt 1 Tbsp (for blanching)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s prepare the fresh crown daisies. First, rinse the crown daisies thoroughly several times under running water to wash away any dirt or debris. It’s important to clean them well. After washing, trim off any tough stems or yellowed leaves. Drain the prepared crown daisies lightly in a colander.
Step 2
Now, let’s blanch the crown daisies to make them crispy. Bring about 1 liter of water to a rolling boil in a pot, adding 1 tablespoon of salt. Once the water is boiling, carefully add the prepared crown daisies and blanch for exactly 30 seconds. Blanching for too long will diminish their crisp texture and fresh aroma, so be sure to keep an eye on the time!
Step 3
Time for a refreshing cold water bath to enhance the crispiness of the blanched crown daisies! Immediately after taking them out of the boiling water, plunge them into cold water to cool them down quickly. Rinsing them in cold water stops the cooking process and makes them extra crunchy. Squeeze out as much water as possible, then cut the crown daisies into 2-3 pieces for easy eating. It’s best to cut them so that the stems and leaves are well-mixed, rather than chopping them too finely.
Step 4
It’s time to mix in the delicious seasonings! Place the squeezed crown daisies in a bowl and gently loosen any clumped pieces. Add 1/2 tablespoon of soup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of fragrant sesame oil, and a pinch of toasted sesame seeds. Gently mix everything together with your hands. Be careful not to overpower the delicate flavor of the crown daisies with too much seasoning.
Step 5
Finally, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If it tastes a bit bland, add a little more soup soy sauce. The goal is to have the perfect balance of flavor when you eat both the leaves and stems together. Enjoy your fragrant and crispy seasoned crown daisy greens!
