Chewy Fish Cake Salad
Simple and Delicious Chewy Fish Cake Salad Recipe!
Here’s a recipe for a simple and delicious fish cake salad. It’s a perfect side dish that’s easy to make and incredibly satisfying, especially when you need a little something extra with your rice. The chewy texture of the fish cakes combined with the savory and slightly sweet seasoning makes this a crowd-pleaser.
Main Ingredients- 250g Fish cakes (square type)
- 1/2 Scallion (green onion)
- 500ml Hot water
- 500ml Cold water
Seasoning Mix- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Fish sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp Sugar
- 0.5 Tbsp Minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 3 Tbsp Corn syrup (or Oligosaccharide)
- 1 Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp Fish sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp Sugar
- 0.5 Tbsp Minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 3 Tbsp Corn syrup (or Oligosaccharide)
- 1 Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, carefully check and prepare all the ingredients listed for the recipe. This fish cake salad is a very simple yet delicious side dish.
Step 2
In a large bowl or container, add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. This will form the savory base of your seasoning.
Step 3
Next, add 3 tablespoons of corn syrup for sweetness. Corn syrup will give the salad a nice glossy finish and a smooth sweetness.
Step 4
For an extra layer of umami flavor, add 1 tablespoon of fish sauce. Fish sauce really enhances the overall taste and aroma.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (Korean chili powder) for a touch of heat and vibrant color. Feel free to adjust the amount according to your spice preference.
Step 6
To balance the sweetness and savory notes, add 0.5 tablespoon of sugar. It’s important not to make it too sweet.
Step 7
Finally, stir in 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty fragrance and flavor. All the ingredients for your seasoning mix are now in the bowl.
Step 8
Mix all the seasoning ingredients together thoroughly with a spoon until well combined. Ensuring the seasoning is evenly mixed is key for the flavors to penetrate the fish cakes.
Step 9
Finely chop about half a scallion. Using the white parts of the scallion will add a nice crisp texture and a refreshing flavor.
Step 10
Cut the square fish cakes into bite-sized strips. Aim for pieces that are not too thin, so they have a satisfying chew.
Step 11
Place the sliced fish cakes in a colander set over a large bowl. Pour 500ml of hot water over them and let them soak for about 30 seconds. This step helps to remove excess oil from the fish cakes and makes them tender.
Step 12
Discard the hot water and immediately rinse the fish cakes with 500ml of cold water. Rinsing with cold water makes the fish cakes wonderfully firm and chewy.
Step 13
Drain the fish cakes well and add them to the large bowl along with the chopped scallions. Combining the main ingredients before dressing makes mixing easier.
Step 14
Pour the prepared seasoning mix over the fish cakes and scallions. Gently toss everything together with your hands until the fish cakes and scallions are evenly coated with the seasoning. Make sure to mix thoroughly.
Step 15
Transfer the well-mixed fish cake salad to a clean container. It’s ready to be served immediately, or you can store it in the refrigerator to enjoy later. Delicious!
