Crispy Bok Choy Salad
Crispy Bok Choy Salad: Easy and Delicious Side Dish Recipe by Chef Baek Jong-won
Bok choy is an incredibly versatile vegetable, perfect for salads, side dishes, stir-fries, wraps, and even hot pot! As a type of Chinese cabbage, it’s a staple in Chinese cuisine and widely enjoyed in Korea. Its crisp texture and fresh flavor make it a delightful addition to any meal. Today, we’ll be making a simple yet delicious bok choy salad using Chef Baek Jong-won’s recipe. It’s sure to add a refreshing touch to your dining table.
Ingredients- 5 heads of Bok Choy
- 1/2 Tbsp Salt (for boiling water)
Seasoning- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup or similar sweetener)
- 1/2 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- Pinch of Salt (to taste)
- 1/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/2 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp Oligodang (corn syrup or similar sweetener)
- 1/2 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- Pinch of Salt (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Step 2
While the water is boiling, wash the bok choy thoroughly. You can either trim the base and separate the leaves, or pull the leaves apart one by one as you wash them. Either method works well for cleaning.
Step 3
Once the water is boiling, add the bok choy and blanch it for just a short time, until the leaves slightly wilt but remain crisp. Be careful not to overcook, as it can become mushy.
Step 4
Immediately rinse the blanched bok choy under cold water to cool it down. This step helps maintain its crisp texture.
Step 5
Drain the bok choy well using a colander. Then, to prepare it for the salad, firmly squeeze out any excess water with your hands. Removing as much water as possible is key to preventing a watery salad and ensuring the seasoning adheres well.
Step 6
Place the squeezed bok choy into a mixing bowl. It’s now time to add the delicious seasonings.
Step 7
Add 1/2 Tbsp of minced garlic.
Step 8
Add 1/2 Tbsp of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes).
Step 9
Add a pinch of salt, adjusting to your taste. It’s best to start with a small amount and add more if needed, rather than adding too much at once.
Step 10
Chef Baek Jong-won’s secret for this bok choy salad is adding vinegar! Featured in the ‘Baek Jong-won’s Alley Restaurant’ recipe, the key is to combine vinegar and sesame oil for a balanced flavor profile.
Step 11
Now, gently toss and mix the bok choy with the seasonings using your hands. Avoid mixing too vigorously, as this can release a raw flavor; a gentle hand is preferred.
Step 12
Finally, add 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil.
Step 13
After adding the sesame oil, gently mix again until everything is well combined. Your delicious bok choy salad is now ready to be enjoyed! It’s great served immediately or can be left for a short while to allow the flavors to meld further.
