Savory Perilla Seed Powder Radish Greens
Rich and Flavorful Radish Greens with Perilla Seed Powder
Here’s a recipe for a deeply savory and umami-rich radish greens dish, enhanced with nutty perilla seed powder. You can easily make this delicious side dish at home using pre-boiled radish greens available in stores. It’s a truly addictive side that pairs perfectly with rice!
Ingredients
- 400g boiled radish greens
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 3 Tbsp chopped green onion (scallions)
- 1 red chili pepper (seeds removed, then minced or thinly sliced)
- 2 Tbsp soup soy sauce (guk-ganjang)
- 1 Tbsp regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang)
- 2 Tbsp perilla oil
- 4-5 Tbsp ground perilla seeds (adjust to taste)
- 2-2.5 cups anchovy broth (using a standard paper cup for measurement)
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the broth for our delicious side dish. Add water to a pot and boil the anchovy and kelp sachet for about 10 minutes to create a flavorful anchovy broth.
Step 2
Rinse the store-bought boiled radish greens thoroughly under running water multiple times. This step is crucial for removing any lingering old taste or impurities, so be sure to wash them meticulously.
Step 3
For a more tender texture, peel the outer skin from the thicker stems of the radish greens. You can do this by gently scraping it off with your hands.
Step 4
After peeling, rinse the radish greens again and squeeze out as much water as possible with both hands. If too much water remains, the dish might turn out bland.
Step 5
Cut the squeezed radish greens into bite-sized pieces (about 3-4cm in length). Finely mince or thinly slice the red chili pepper (after removing seeds) to add color. Also, finely chop the green onions.
Step 6
Place the cut radish greens into a bowl. Add the seasoning ingredients: 1 Tbsp regular soy sauce, 2 Tbsp soup soy sauce, 2 Tbsp perilla oil, and 2 Tbsp minced garlic.
Step 7
Gently mix the ingredients into the radish greens by massaging them with your hands until well combined. Let it marinate for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This marinating step significantly enhances the taste.
Step 8
Heat 1 Tbsp of cooking oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the marinated radish greens and sauté for about 3 minutes. Stir-frying them like this helps to bring out their savory aroma.
Step 9
Pour in 2 to 2.5 cups of the prepared anchovy broth. The liquid should generously coat the greens.
Step 10
Once the broth comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer gently for about 15 minutes. (I simmered mine for 15-20 minutes for extra tenderness.)
Step 11
Remove the lid and, once the liquid has reduced slightly, add 4-5 Tbsp of ground perilla seeds and the chopped green onions. Stir well to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring until the perilla seeds are dissolved.
Step 12
Just before turning off the heat, drizzle a little more perilla oil. This will enhance the nutty aroma and add an extra layer of flavor. It’s optional, but highly recommended!
Step 13
Your delicious perilla seed powder radish greens are now ready! Serve it over warm rice and enjoy mixing it all together.
