Braised Radish with Anchovies: A Classic Korean Side Dish
Enjoy this Delicious Braised Radish with Anchovies, Perfect for Daily Meals
This recipe features braised radish cooked with savory anchovies, bringing out a deep, rich flavor. If you find plain braised radish a bit too simple, adding anchovies enhances both taste and texture. It’s a perfect side dish that will make you want to finish your rice in no time, and it’s a flavor that everyone will surely enjoy.
Main Ingredients- 1 cup dried small anchovies (Jjanmyulchi)
- 1 small Korean radish (Mu)
- 1 stalk green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s bring out the nutty flavor of the small anchovies. Heat a dry pan over medium-low heat and toast 1 cup of dried small anchovies without any oil for about 5 minutes until they become crispy. After toasting, place the anchovies in a sieve to remove any crumbs or dust for a cleaner result.
Step 2
Radish is especially delicious this season, so let’s enjoy it braised! Prepare 1 small Korean radish, peel it, and cut it into thick slices about 0.5 to 1 cm thick. Then, cut these slices into quarters, making them easy to cook with. (You should have about 3 handfuls).
Step 3
Place the cut radish nicely in a wide pan with a shallow base. Now it’s time to add all the seasonings that will make the radish dish flavorful. Add 1.5 Tbsp red pepper flakes, 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 3 Tbsp rice wine, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, 0.5 Tbsp plum extract for sweetness, 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well to combine the seasonings. Slice the white parts of 1 green onion into large pieces and add them around the edges of the pan.
Step 4
Now, pour in 2 cups of water and stir gently to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed over the radish. Bring it to a boil over high heat, and once it starts bubbling vigorously, let it boil for a minute. This is a crucial step for the flavors to begin infusing into the radish.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer until the radish is tender and the sauce has reduced to a thick consistency. While it’s simmering gently, lift the lid occasionally and stir to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Step 6
Check if the radish is tender and the sauce has become nice and thick. At this point, add the toasted small anchovies you prepared and gently mix them with the radish and sauce so they are well combined. Be careful not to break the anchovies when stirring.
Step 7
Finally, it’s time to add the aromatic elements. Chop the green parts of the green onion and sprinkle them over the dish. Finish with 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds for added nuttiness and visual appeal. Your delicious braised radish with anchovies is now ready! Serve it over a bowl of warm rice and enjoy.
