This Man's Cook Kim Jaban

A super simple kim jaban that maximizes umami flavor using dried anchovy sauce and perilla oil instead of salt, perfectly eliminating refrigerator odors.

Ingredients needed 2 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Using dried anchovy sauce instead of salt creates a synergistic flavor with sugar, delivering a deep, savory taste similar to adding seasoning.
  • Perilla oil not only enhances the natural nuttiness of the seaweed but also effectively removes stale refrigerator odors accumulated during long storage.
  • Whole sesame seeds won’t adhere well to the seaweed surface—they tend to roll off. Always crush them into fine powder by rubbing in your palm before adding, ensuring even coating and stronger aroma.

Recommended for

  • Those looking to deliciously repurpose old, forgotten seaweed stored deep in the freezer.
  • People needing an affordable, no-fuss side dish ready in under 10 minutes without complicated steps.
  • Parents seeking a soft, savory-sweet side dish that kids enjoy mixing into rice.

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