Stir-fried Bellflower Root (Doraji) Without Bitterness
How to Make Delicious Stir-fried Doraji Without Bitterness
Let’s make delicious stir-fried doraji that is not bitter. This recipe ensures a pleasant taste and texture, perfect as a side dish or for bibimbap.
Main Ingredients- 1 pack of prepared bellflower root (doraji, approx. 200-250g)
- Salt + Sugar (for removing bitterness, to taste)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic (optional)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 handful of green onions, chopped
- 1 handful of red bell pepper, thinly julienned
- 2 tsp perilla oil (deulgireum)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, I’ll show you how to make delicious stir-fried doraji that everyone can enjoy without worrying about bitterness. This method effectively removes the bitter taste, leaving behind its natural fragrance, making it even more delightful. It’s also fantastic when added to bibimbap, so shall we get started right away?
Step 2
First, let’s cover the step for effectively removing the bitterness from the prepared doraji. While the doraji is submerged in water, gently massage it with about 1/2 teaspoon each of sugar and salt. This process will release a milky liquid from the doraji and significantly soften its bitter notes.
Step 3
See? With just this simple step, you’ll notice that most of the bitterness has disappeared. Removing the bitterness from doraji is truly easy, isn’t it? Now, let’s move on to the next step for making a delicious stir-fry.
Step 4
Now it’s time to stir-fry the doraji after removing its bitterness. Heat a pan, add 2 teaspoons of fragrant perilla oil, and then add the prepared doraji. It’s important to stir-fry it gently over medium-low heat to prevent burning.
Step 5
Once the doraji starts to soften slightly, add the thinly julienned red bell pepper and a handful of chopped green onions. If you like, adding about 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic here will enhance the flavor even further.
Step 6
Finally, it’s time to season. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds over the stir-fried vegetables and doraji. Then, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of sugar to balance the overall flavor. Taste it and adjust the amounts of salt and sugar according to your preference for the best taste.
Step 7
And there you have it! In no time, your delicious stir-fried doraji is ready. The bitterness is completely gone, and it’s beautifully flavored with the natural taste of the ingredients and the fragrant perilla oil. Enjoy this wonderful side dish, perfect for any meal or as a key ingredient in bibimbap!
