Kim Dae-seok's Chives and Onion Stir-fry

Name: Kim Dae-seok's Chives and Onion Stir-fry
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: Onion 1 large (250g); Chives half bunch; Green chili pepper 1; Cooking oil 1 tablespoon; Savory salt 1/3 tablespoon; Sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon; Toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon

A budget-friendly onion stir-fry where onions are caramelized to bring out sweetness, enhanced with savory salt for a clean, rich umami flavor.

10 min Difficulty Very easy side dish

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Ingredients needed 2 servings

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Onion 1 large (250g)

Chives half bunch

Green chili pepper 1

Cooking oil 1 tablespoon

Savory salt 1/3 tablespoon

Sesame oil 1/2 tablespoon

Toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon

Recipe

Cut the onion into moderately thick strips, not too thin, then separate the strands and place them in a pan.
Cut the chives into about 7cm lengths, and finely chop the green chili pepper by halving it and mincing it.
Add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil to the pan and turn the gas to high heat to begin sautéing the onions.
Sauté over high heat for about 3 minutes until the onion color slightly changes, then reduce to medium heat and add 1/3 tablespoon of savory salt for seasoning.
Continue sautéing over medium heat until the onions develop an even golden-brown hue, then lower to low heat and add the chopped green chili pepper.
When the onions are about 90% cooked and softened, add the half bunch of chives, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds.
Turn off the heat just as the chives begin to wilt slightly, then finish by gently tossing with the residual heat remaining in the pan.

Slice the onion into thick strips, and cut the chives and green chili pepper into appropriate sizes.
Heat oil in the pan, sauté the onions over high heat until they change color, then reduce to medium heat and season with savory salt.
Once the onions turn brown, lower the heat, add the chili pepper, and finally mix in the chives, sesame oil, and sesame seeds before turning off the heat and finishing with residual warmth.

Cooking tips

Do not add chives at the beginning, as they will lose their texture and become soggy; always add them at the very last step to preserve their crispness.
Avoid prolonged cooking on heat, as chives can become tough; turn off the heat just before they wilt and use the pan’s residual heat to finish.
To achieve a clean, bright yellow caramelization, avoid using soy sauce or other seasonings—only savory salt should be used.

Recommended for

Those who want to quickly make a side dish using leftover onions and chives at home.
Beginners seeking deep umami flavor with minimal ingredients and no complex seasonings.
People looking for a clean, spicy-sweet vegetable stir-fry to pair with greasy dishes.

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