Kim Dae-seok's Chives in Season

Name: Kim Dae-seok's Chives in Season
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: chives 300g; sea salt 1 tablespoon (for blanching); minced garlic 1 tablespoon; soy sauce 1 tablespoon; anchovy sauce 0.5 tablespoon; sesame oil 1 tablespoon; whole sesame seeds 1 tablespoon

A simple side dish made by blanching chives and mixing them with anchovy sauce, soy sauce, and lightly ground whole sesame seeds—delicate, slightly sweet, and excellent for restoring energy.

10 min Difficulty Very easy side dish

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chives 300g

sea salt 1 tablespoon (for blanching)

minced garlic 1 tablespoon

soy sauce 1 tablespoon

anchovy sauce 0.5 tablespoon

sesame oil 1 tablespoon

whole sesame seeds 1 tablespoon

Recipe

Bring water to a boil in a pot and add 1 tablespoon of sea salt, stirring until fully dissolved with no crystals left.
Add 300g of thoroughly washed chives to the boiling water and blanch for about 20 seconds until they lose their vibrant color.
Once the chives have softened slightly, flip them once and immediately turn off the heat.
To prevent pipe damage, run cold water beforehand and quickly plunge the chives into it to rapidly cool down the heat.
After all heat has dissipated, transfer the chives to a colander and squeeze out moisture until just slightly damp.
Spread the squeezed chives on a cutting board and slice them into pieces about 7–8cm long, ideal for eating.
Place the sliced chives in a large bowl and add 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 0.5 tablespoon anchovy sauce, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
Grind 1 tablespoon of whole sesame seeds lightly in a mortar to enhance their aroma, then add to the bowl.
Mix thoroughly by gently tossing and shaking the chives, ensuring the seasonings are evenly distributed without clumping.

Blanch chives in salted water for 20 seconds, then rinse quickly under cold water and squeeze out excess moisture to retain slight dampness.
Slice the blanched chives into bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
Add minced garlic, soy sauce, anchovy sauce, sesame oil, and finely ground whole sesame seeds; toss gently to mix.

Cooking tips

Do not over-blanch chives—exceeding 20 seconds will make them tough and rubbery, so timing is crucial.
Rinse quickly under cold water to preserve crisp texture and bright green color.
Avoid squeezing chives too tightly when removing moisture—leave a hint of freshness to prevent dryness.
Lightly grinding the sesame seeds enhances their nutty aroma and depth of flavor.

Recommended for

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People wanting a super-fast side dish ready in about 10 minutes from prep to finish.
Anyone craving a clean, satisfying dish with crisp texture, mild sweetness, and rich nuttiness.

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