Lee Won-il's Perilla Seed Yuja Minari Salad

A sweet and tangy yuja cheong and nutty perilla seed powder dressing that maximizes the aromatic charm of minari in this Korean-style salad.

🙋 Recommended for

  • Those who want to enjoy a different style of Korean salad with a refreshing and nutty dressing
  • Those curious about a secret dressing that elevates the fragrance of minari to a more luxurious level

Ingredients needed 🛒2 servings

  • minari 150g
  • half onion
  • hulled perilla seed powder 1/2 cup (10 tbsp)
  • ground black pepper 1 tbsp
  • yuja cheong (for ade or finely textured) 10 tbsp
  • fish sauce 4 tbsp
  • salt 1 tbsp
  • minced garlic 5 tbsp
  • sesame oil 0.5 tbsp

Recipe 🍳

  1. In a bowl, combine hulled perilla seed powder, ground black pepper, yuja cheong, fish sauce, salt, and minced garlic in the specified amounts and mix well to make the perilla seed yuja dressing.
  2. Thinly slice half an onion into strips, wash the minari clean and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Put the prepared minari and sliced onion in a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of the prepared dressing, and gently toss the vegetables as if rolling them, being careful not to bruise.
  4. When the dressing is evenly coated, drizzle half a tablespoon of sesame oil at the very end and lightly toss to finish.
  1. Mix perilla seed powder, yuja cheong, fish sauce, garlic, etc. to make a special dressing.
  2. Slice the onion into strips and cut the minari into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of dressing and gently toss the minari so it doesn't wilt.
  4. Drizzle sesame oil lightly to finish.

Cooking tips 💡

  • If using regular yuja cheong, the pulp may be too chunky; it is recommended to blend it in a mixer beforehand to make it smooth.
  • Kneading or vigorously massaging the minari will cause it to wilt quickly and release a grassy smell; gently roll and toss lightly to maintain its crunch.
  • For a more pronounced sour and refreshing tang, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice according to your taste.
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