🍽️ A super simple, budget-friendly side dish that's a rice thief, made by layering thinly sliced vegetables and a soy sauce-anchovy sauce between perilla leaves without any cooking.
Split the green onion in half and mince it very finely. Finely mince the Cheongyang and red chili peppers without removing the seeds.
Slice the onion and carrot as thinly and finely as possible so they don't separate from the seasoning and perilla leaves.
In a large bowl, combine the prepared green onion, chili peppers, onion, and carrot. Add brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, anchovy sauce, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, and water, then mix well.
Let it sit for a while so that the finely chopped vegetables release their natural juices and blend smoothly with the sauce.
Spread a thin layer of the sauce on the bottom of the airtight container or plate for storage to ensure the bottom perilla leaves are evenly seasoned.
Layer two perilla leaves at a time, then spread about half a spoonful of the prepared vegetable sauce evenly. Stack them layer by layer, carefully controlling the amount of sauce so you don't run out later.
The finished seasoned perilla leaves are delicious to eat immediately with rice, and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for enjoyment over time.
Mince the green onion and chili peppers, and thinly slice the onion and carrot.
Mix the prepared vegetables with seasoning ingredients like soy sauce, anchovy sauce, red pepper flakes, sugar, and water, then let sit until juices are released.
Spread some sauce on the bottom of the container, then layer two perilla leaves at a time, spreading the sauce between each layer to complete.
Cooking tips 💡
Slicing the vegetables as thinly and finely as possible will prevent the seasoning from separating and allow it to adhere well to the perilla leaves for a tender texture.
If making this as a side dish to store for a long time, it's recommended not to add sesame oil, as it can easily oxidize and alter the flavor.
If you don't have enough sauce for the number of perilla leaves, you might face difficulties during cooking, so spread about half a spoonful at a time from the beginning.
If you plan to eat this with children, omit the Cheongyang chili peppers or reduce the amount of red pepper flakes to adjust the spiciness.
Recommended for 🙋
⭐Those who want a budget-friendly, rice-thief side dish when their bank account is light.
⭐Those who want to quickly and easily make a side dish without using the stove on hot summer days.
⭐Those looking for a hearty, storable side dish that can be kept in the refrigerator and enjoyed over time.