Microwave Korean Green Pepper Salad (Ggwari Gochu Jjim) – Ready in 10 Minutes!
Quick and Delicious Ggwari Gochu Jjim: A Simple Side Dish to Boost Your Appetite. Make it in Just 10 Minutes Using Your Microwave!
Introducing Ggwari Gochu Jjim, a magical side dish that will bring back even the most reluctant appetite! When cooking feels like a chore, especially in hot weather, the microwave is your best friend for making delicious food quickly and easily. Let’s make this simple Ggwari Gochu Jjim with just one bag of Korean green peppers you might have on hand. It’s ready in a mere 10 minutes – follow along with this recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 bag Korean Green Peppers (Ggwari Gochu) (approx. 200-300g)
- 3 Tbsp All-purpose Flour
Seasoning Sauce
- 8 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Fish Sauce (Anchovy or Pollock, or use Korean soup soy sauce)
- 3 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean Chili Flakes)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Maesilcheong (Plum Extract)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- Generous amount of Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- A little finely chopped Scallion (optional)
- 8 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Fish Sauce (Anchovy or Pollock, or use Korean soup soy sauce)
- 3 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean Chili Flakes)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Maesilcheong (Plum Extract)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- Generous amount of Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- A little finely chopped Scallion (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the Korean green peppers under running water. While removing the stems, check for and discard any bruised or damaged parts.
Step 2
Do not completely dry the washed peppers. Place them in a resealable plastic bag or a similar food-safe bag while they are still slightly damp. Then, sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour over the peppers. The residual moisture will help the flour cling evenly.
Step 3
Gently inflate the bag with air to make it balloon-like. Seal the opening tightly and shake the bag vigorously. This ensures that each pepper is lightly and evenly coated with flour, without clumps. Transfer the floured peppers to a microwave-safe dish and microwave for 5 minutes. (Adjust cooking time based on your microwave’s wattage).
Step 4
While the peppers are microwaving, let’s prepare the delicious seasoning sauce. In a bowl, combine 8 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce, 3 tablespoons of gochugaru, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of maesilcheong, and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic. Mix well. Add a generous amount of toasted sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for aroma. Finely chopped scallions can be added for extra flavor and color, if desired.
Step 5
After microwaving for 5 minutes, take out the Korean green peppers. They should be tender and moist, with a light coating of flour. Be careful as they will be hot.
Step 6
Add the steamed peppers to the prepared seasoning sauce. Gently toss them to ensure the sauce coats every piece evenly. Be careful not to mash the peppers while mixing.
Step 7
Your delicious Ggwari Gochu Jjim is ready! It looks appetizing with its vibrant color.
Step 8
It’s amazing how such a wonderful side dish can be made in just 10 minutes! By steaming the peppers in the microwave, we significantly reduce cooking time while maintaining the flavor, making it a truly satisfying dish. It’s perfect as a side for rice or even as a snack with drinks!
