Fragrant Perilla Oil Radish Salad (Mu Saengchae)
How to Make Crispy and Aromatic Perilla Oil Radish Salad with Autumn Radish
Experience the freshness of autumn with this wonderfully crisp radish salad! This Mu Saengchae, perfect as a side dish or a topping for bibimbap, is utterly delicious when tossed with nutty perilla oil. It’s the ultimate autumn delicacy that stimulates your appetite. Make your meals healthy and tasty with this recipe, suitable for both special occasions and everyday dining.
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium radish
Seasoning
- 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp anchovy sauce
- 1/3 Tbsp ginger syrup (can substitute with sugar if unavailable)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 3 Tbsp red pepper flakes
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp anchovy sauce
- 1/3 Tbsp ginger syrup (can substitute with sugar if unavailable)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- A pinch of sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare one medium-sized radish. Wash the radish thoroughly to remove any dirt.
Step 2
Slice the radish thinly, about 0.3 cm thick, into half-moon shapes (nabak-style). Slicing it thinly allows the seasoning to penetrate well and results in a pleasant texture.
Step 3
Julienne the thinly sliced radish into bite-sized strips. If you find knife work challenging, a mandoline slicer can be a helpful tool.
Step 4
Now it’s time to mix the seasonings. Start by adding 3 tablespoons of red pepper flakes to the julienned radish and gently toss to coat. This will give the radish a vibrant color. Let it sit for a moment to enhance the color.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic to introduce a pungent, spicy aroma. The garlic’s sharpness will further elevate the flavor profile of the radish salad.
Step 6
Season with 2 tablespoons of anchovy sauce for a savory depth and to balance the flavors. You can use fish sauce instead of anchovy sauce if preferred.
Step 7
The key to its fragrant taste! Generously drizzle in 2 tablespoons of perilla oil. The nutty aroma of the perilla oil will enrich the overall taste of the radish salad.
Step 8
Add 1/3 tablespoon of sweet ginger syrup for a touch of sweetness. If ginger syrup is unavailable, you can omit it or replace it with 1/2 tablespoon of sugar to adjust the sweetness. The subtle ginger fragrance helps cut through any richness.
Step 9
Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds to finish. Gently mix everything together with clean hands. Your crispy and delicious perilla oil radish salad is now ready! You can enjoy it immediately, or let it sit for a short while to allow the flavors to meld for an even better taste.
