Modu Recipes

Ok Joo-bu's Kkwari-gochu Sae-songi Beoseot Bokkeum

A super simple side dish that combines the deep umami flavor reminiscent of eating meat with the spicy kick of wrinkled green chili peppers.

🙋 Recommended for

  • ⭐ Those who want to escape monotonous daily side dishes and enjoy a hearty, delicious banchan.
  • ⭐ Those who want to make an impressive side dish in 10 minutes with simple ingredients, even as a beginner.

Ingredients needed 🛒2 servings

  • 2-3 king oyster mushrooms
  • 1 handful of kkwari gochu
  • Generous amount of cooking oil (about 3 tbsp)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or flavored soy sauce)
  • 3 tbsp water
  • 1/2 tbsp ginger syrup (or minced ginger)
  • 1/2 tbsp oligosaccharide syrup (or corn syrup)
  • 1-2 tbsp gochugaru

Recipe 🍳

  1. Slice the king oyster mushrooms into flat pieces or cut into bite-sized chunks.
  2. Wash the kkwari gochu thoroughly, completely remove moisture, and cut them in half with scissors.
  3. Generously add cooking oil to a pan, heat it, and first stir-fry the kkwari gochu as if frying to release their aroma.
  4. When the pepper aroma rises, add the cut king oyster mushrooms and stir-fry together to evenly absorb the oil.
  5. Once the mushrooms have softened, add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 tbsp water, 1/2 tbsp ginger syrup, and 1/2 tbsp oligosaccharide syrup in order.
  6. When the seasoning bubbles up, quickly reduce it over high heat, then add 1-2 tbsp gochugaru, lightly stir-fry, and immediately turn off the heat.
  1. Slice king oyster mushrooms into bite-sized pieces and cut kkwari gochu in half.
  2. In a pan with generous oil, stir-fry kkwari gochu first, then add mushrooms.
  3. Add soy sauce, water, ginger syrup, and oligosaccharide syrup, and reduce over high heat.
  4. Finally, add gochugaru, mix lightly, stir-fry, and turn off the heat.

Cooking tips 💡

  • If the kkwari gochu has moisture, the oil may splatter severely, so be sure to dry them thoroughly before cooking.
  • Adding a bit of ginger syrup or minced ginger to the braising seasoning helps suppress the mushroom's unique scent and brings out a luxurious, meaty umami flavor.

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