Yeo Kyung-rae's Zasai Salad

Name: Yeo Kyung-rae's Zasai Salad
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: zasai strips 200g; green onion 1/2 bunch; chili oil 3 tablespoons; sesame oil 1 tablespoon; sugar 2 tablespoons; vinegar 1 tablespoon; salt 1 teaspoon

A basic zasai salad with the chewy texture of a Chinese restaurant side dish, enhanced with a tangy-sweet-spicy flavor profile.

10 min Difficulty Easy side dish

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Recipe

If using salted zasai, soak it in water to remove excess salt, then squeeze out all moisture thoroughly using a cloth or towel.
Cut the green onion in half lengthwise and slice thinly.
Place the well-squeezed zasai and sliced green onion into a bowl.
Add the required amount of chili oil and sesame oil, mixing thoroughly to evenly distribute aroma and color.
Add sugar and vinegar to create a tangy-sweet base flavor.
Taste the overall seasoning; if too bland, add a pinch of salt and mix gently to finish.

Remove salt from zasai and squeeze out all moisture.
Slice green onion finely.
Mix zasai and green onion with chili oil and sesame oil.
Season with sugar, vinegar, and salt for a tangy-sweet finish.

Cooking tips

If using store-bought seasoned zasai, skip the salting step and simply add chili oil, sesame oil, and a bit of vegetables for a quick and easy preparation.
Squeeze out as much moisture as possible to preserve zasai’s signature chewy, crisp texture.

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Those looking for a clean, refreshing side dish to serve with homemade Chinese meals.
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