Spring Delight! Super Easy Scallion Kimchi Recipe
A simple and quick recipe for making delicious scallion kimchi with fresh spring scallions.
This recipe shows you how to easily and quickly make flavorful scallion kimchi using spring scallions, which are rich in Vitamin C and help relieve fatigue. Make this delectable side dish that becomes a rice-stealer when your appetite is low!
Main Ingredients- 1 bunch fresh scallions
Flavorful Seasoning- 1 cup anchovy sauce (removes fishy smell)
- 2 Tbsp salted shrimp (enhances savory flavor)
- 1/2 cup plum extract (for sweetness and freshness)
- 1/2 cup gochugaru (Korean chili flakes – for color and spice)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for nutty aroma)
- 1 cup anchovy sauce (removes fishy smell)
- 2 Tbsp salted shrimp (enhances savory flavor)
- 1/2 cup plum extract (for sweetness and freshness)
- 1/2 cup gochugaru (Korean chili flakes – for color and spice)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for nutty aroma)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare one bunch of fresh scallions. First, trim off any yellowed or messy leaves from the scallions.
Step 2
Cut off the root ends of the scallions to an appropriate length. It’s best to leave them long enough so they don’t fall apart when kimchi-ing.
Step 3
Rinse the trimmed scallions thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or debris. Make sure to wash them meticulously.
Step 4
Arrange the washed and drained scallions neatly in a large bowl for mixing. Drizzle 1 cup of anchovy sauce evenly over the white parts (the bottom, thicker ends) of the scallions to marinate.
Step 5
Gently toss the scallions with your hands once or twice to distribute the anchovy sauce. Be careful not to mix them too vigorously.
Step 6
Let the scallions sit for about 10-20 minutes, allowing them to wilt slightly and become tender. This process mellows their sharp flavor.
Step 7
Once the scallions have wilted appropriately, add 2 tablespoons of salted shrimp to the collected liquid in the bowl and mash them well to dissolve.
Step 8
Next, sprinkle in 1/2 cup of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) for a vibrant color and pleasant spiciness.
Step 9
Finally, pour in 1/2 cup of plum extract to provide a refreshing and sweet taste.
Step 10
Mix all the seasoning ingredients – salted shrimp, gochugaru, and plum extract – thoroughly with a spoon or your hands to create a delicious kimchi paste. Ensure there are no lumps and it’s smoothly combined.
Step 11
Apply the prepared seasoning paste starting from the white, thicker ends of the scallions, coating them thoroughly. Gently mix to allow the seasoning to penetrate well.
Step 12
After seasoning the white ends, gently toss the green leafy parts to coat them with the remaining seasoning. The key is to mix carefully without bruising the leaves.
Step 13
Transfer the well-seasoned scallion kimchi into a kimchi container, arranging them neatly. Sprinkle a pinch of toasted sesame seeds on top for a nutty finish. Your crisp and delicious scallion kimchi is ready! You can enjoy it immediately, or for an even better flavor, let it ferment for about a day.
