Fragrant Perilla Leaf and Scallion Salad
Enjoy Grilled Pork Belly More with Perilla Leaf and Scallion Salad! (Scallion Salad, Dressing Recipe)
This refreshing, spicy, and sour perilla leaf and scallion salad perfectly cuts through the richness of grilled pork belly! The invigorating kick of the scallions combined with the subtle aroma of perilla leaves elevates your pork belly experience. Make this delicious scallion salad like a pro at home. You won’t be able to stop after the first bite!
Main Ingredients- 10 perilla leaves
- 2 scallions (green onions)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the perilla leaves thoroughly and pat them dry to maintain their freshness. Trim off the tough stems from the bottom of the perilla leaves with a knife. Then, thinly julienne the leaves as finely and long as possible. Next, prepare the scallions. You’ll be using both the white and green parts. Slice them diagonally lengthwise, and then julienne them as thinly as you can. Slicing them thinly like this will reduce their pungent flavor and allow the dressing to coat them evenly, making them more delicious.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the key component of this delicious salad: the dressing. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp sweet plum extract, 2 Tbsp tangy rice vinegar, and 1/2 Tbsp oligosaccharide for a subtle sweetness. Add 1 Tbsp of nutty sesame oil and 1 tsp of zesty fresh wasabi paste for that invigorating kick. Finally, add 1/2 Tbsp of fine gochugaru (Korean chili powder) and 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds. Whisk everything together with a spoon until well combined and no lumps remain, completing your dressing.
Step 3
Place the prepared julienned perilla leaves and scallions into a large bowl. Gently toss them with your hands, sprinkling the dressing over them, ensuring they are lightly coated without clumping. Be careful not to over-mix or toss too vigorously, as this can make the perilla leaves taste raw. The key is to mix just enough so that the dressing is evenly distributed. Once tossed lightly, your flavorful perilla leaf and scallion salad is ready! Enjoy it immediately with your grilled pork belly.
