Refreshing & Crunchy Chive and Onion Salad
The Perfect Harmony of Seasonal Chives and Crisp Onions! A Sweet & Sour Salad to Awaken Your Appetite
As spring arrives, chives are bursting with freshness. Once their flower stalks begin to rise, they can become a bit tough. However, you can make a delicious salad using tender chives, especially those grown indoors! This salad is a perfect accompaniment when frying ‘yukjeon’ (Korean meat pancakes). Its refreshing sweet and sour flavor will stimulate your appetite, and its satisfying crunch makes it an excellent side dish for meals or even a great snack with drinks. Even those who don’t usually enjoy chives or green onions will surely love this recipe!
Essential Ingredients- 50g tender chives
- 1/2 onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare about 50g of fresh, tender chives. We’ll also slice half an onion, a versatile vegetable often found in the fridge. It’s best to choose chives that aren’t too tough.
Step 2
Cut the prepared chives into bite-sized pieces, about 5cm long. Thinly slice the onion into matchsticks. Cutting them this way ensures the dressing is evenly distributed, making the salad even more delicious.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the sliced chives and onion. Now, add all the seasoning ingredients (chili powder, tuna extract, plum syrup, minced garlic, and sesame seeds), and finally drizzle with sesame oil. Gently toss everything together, being careful not to mash the ingredients. Lightly mixing is key to ensuring an even coating of the dressing.
Step 4
The tuna extract among the seasonings is a type of fish sauce that adds a deep, savory umami flavor, richer than regular soy sauce. While soy sauce for soup is also fine, using tuna extract offers a more special taste. You can substitute it with soy sauce or anchovy sauce according to your preference.
Step 5
Transfer the well-mixed chive and onion salad to a serving plate. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for an extra nutty aroma. Your visually appealing and delicious chive and onion salad is now ready!
Step 6
If you were craving ‘baechu geotjeori’ (fresh napa cabbage kimchi) but found it too much work to make right now, this chive and onion salad is the perfect solution to satisfy that craving. It’s a magical recipe that creates a wonderful meal with simple preparation.
Step 7
Last night, I served this chive and onion salad alongside a generous serving of ‘yukjeon’ (Korean meat pancakes), and I was surprised by how incredibly well they paired! The crispness of the fresh vegetables and the sweet and sour dressing truly elevated the flavors of the ‘yukjeon’. You must try this combination!
