Kim Dae-seok Chef's Perilla Seed Marinated Cilantro

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Do not over-blanch the perilla sprouts—exceeding 25 seconds will result in a mushy texture and diminished flavor. Keep the blanching time precise and brief.
• Immediately rinse the blanched sprouts under cold water after cooking to preserve their vibrant green color and crisp texture.
• The secret to this dish is using gochujang in the dressing—the tangy sweetness of vinegar complements the sharpness of the perilla, creating a more balanced and flavorful profile.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those looking for a refreshing, clean-tasting vegetable side dish to stimulate appetite in spring.
• ⭐People who want to serve a neat, thoughtful-looking dish instead of regular chopped scallion salad.
• ⭐Anyone wanting to enjoy the crisp, satisfying crunch of perilla along with its sweet-and-spicy flavor.