Flavorful Pollock Roe Salad (Myeongran Jeot Muchim) – A Rice Topping Delight
How to Make a Simple and Delicious Pollock Roe Salad Using Fresh White Pollock Roe
This is a side dish that will make you finish a bowl of rice in no time, allowing you to fully savor the fresh taste of pollock roe! It’s a simple side dish that can be made with fresh pollock roe and common refrigerator ingredients. I find it incredibly delicious to have with scorched rice or even porridge. A meal of soybean paste stew, pollock roe salad, and roasted seaweed is all one could ask for. When made in small batches, it can be stored in the refrigerator for about two weeks. Here’s a super simple recipe that takes less than 10 minutes!
Ingredients- 2 strips White Pollock Roe (Myeongran Jeot)
- 1 stalk Green Onion (white part preferred)
- 1 Korean Chili Pepper (adjust to taste)
- 7 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Gochugaru (Korean chili powder)
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds (or ground sesame seeds)
- A pinch of Sesame Oil (for finishing)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the vegetables. Finely mince the green onion, Korean chili pepper, and garlic. For the green onion, mince the white part very finely, then soak it in cold water for at least 5 minutes to remove any pungent or bitter taste. If your garlic cloves are large, use about half the amount. Ensure all chopped vegetables are well-drained.
Step 2
Cut the fresh white pollock roe into bite-sized pieces using a knife or scissors. Avoid cutting it too small, as slightly larger pieces provide a better texture.
Step 3
In a container or bowl suitable for mixing, combine the prepared white pollock roe, minced garlic, and minced Korean chili pepper.
Step 4
Add the well-drained green onion and 1 teaspoon of gochugaru. You can adjust the amount of gochugaru based on the saltiness of the pollock roe and your preference. If the pollock roe is very salty, you might want to add a bit more gochugaru to balance the flavor. (Recommended: 1 tsp to 1 Tbsp)
Step 5
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds. Gently mix everything together with a spoon or spatula until the ingredients are well combined. Be careful not to mash the pollock roe completely; just ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Step 6
Your delicious pollock roe salad is ready! You can enjoy it as is, but for an even richer flavor, let it chill in the refrigerator. When serving, drizzle about 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over each portion.
Step 7
Serve this delightful pollock roe salad with a bowl of warm rice. It’s especially wonderful when wrapped in crispy roasted seaweed for an extra layer of savory flavor. This dish is sure to be a satisfying meal for the whole family!
