Kim Dae-seok's Braised Dried Mussels

Tender, chewy side dish made by simmering dried mussels, soaked in flour water to remove impurities and fishy odor, with spicy chili peppers and whole garlic in a sweet-savory sauce.

Ingredients needed 3 servings

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Cooking tips

  • Adding flour when soaking dried mussels helps absorb impurities and fishy odors between the shells, resulting in cleaner clams.
  • Preparing the sauce in advance ensures even seasoning and prevents burning during cooking.
  • Avoid high heat when simmering clams—too much heat will burn the outside while leaving the inside tough; gentle, slow cooking yields the best chewy texture.

Recommended for

  • Those seeking a unique, flavorful side dish beyond typical dried seafood or gimchaegae options.
  • Anyone who enjoys clean-tasting, tender clams without any fishy aftertaste.

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