Easy and Delicious Stir-Fried Seaweed Stems Recipe
Appetizing National Side Dish! Quick and Easy Stir-Fried Seaweed Stems
Create a delicious stir-fried side dish using inexpensive and readily available salted seaweed stems. It’s a versatile dish that’s perfect as a meal accompaniment or even as a snack with drinks. Anyone can easily make this without special cooking skills!
Main Ingredients
- 500g salted seaweed stems
- 1/2 onion
- 1/3 carrot
Seasoning
- 2-3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- A tiny pinch of black pepper
- 2-3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- A tiny pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the salted seaweed stems. Rinse them under cold running water to remove excess salt. Then, gently rub the stems with your hands and rinse them 2-3 times thoroughly. This helps remove any remaining saltiness.
Step 2
Soak the rinsed seaweed stems in cold water for about 10-20 minutes. This process allows the saltiness to leach out gradually. I personally prefer a slightly salty taste, so I didn’t remove all the salt. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can soak them for a longer period.
Step 3
Once soaked, squeeze out as much water as possible from the seaweed stems using your hands. Then, cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 5-7 cm long.
Step 4
Thinly slice the onion and julienne the carrot. Cutting the vegetables into uniform sizes ensures they cook evenly and makes the dish look more appealing.
Step 5
Heat a pan over medium heat and add the cut seaweed stems. Drizzle in 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil. Add a tiny pinch of black pepper and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until the stems are tender. (Tip: If you dislike the flavor of black pepper, feel free to omit it. I add a little to help neutralize any potential fishy smell from the seaweed.)
Step 6
Now, add the sliced onion and julienned carrot to the pan. Sprinkle in one pinch of salt and stir-fry until the onions become translucent and slightly softened. Be careful not to overcook them, as this can make the vegetables mushy.
Step 7
Finally, drizzle in 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds. Stir well to combine. Your delicious stir-fried seaweed stems are ready to be enjoyed! Serve them over warm rice for a delightful meal.
