Simple Korean Carrot
6 servings
60 minutes
Simple Korean carrot is a bright, crunchy, and spicy salad inspired by Korean cuisine. This recipe originated among Soviet Koreans who adapted traditional flavors to available ingredients. Carrots infused with the aromas of garlic, coriander, and red pepper gain a rich taste with a slight tang from vinegar. Sugar and salt balance the flavor while vegetable oil softens the texture. The dish pairs perfectly with meat dishes, rice, or simply as a refreshing snack. It is popular on festive tables and everyday meals due to its simplicity in preparation and rich flavor. The key is to give the carrots time to marinate to reveal all the nuances of aroma.
1
Grate the carrot for Korean-style carrots.
- Carrot: 1 kg
2
Crush and finely chop the garlic.
- Garlic: 1 head
3
Mix the carrot with spices and garlic.
- Ground red pepper: 1 teaspoon
- Ground coriander: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic: 1 head
4
Add sugar, salt, and vinegar. Mix thoroughly and let it marinate for a few hours.
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 tablespoon
- 9% table vinegar: 2 tablespoons
5
Dress with vegetable oil. The salad is ready.
- Vegetable oil: 0.5 glass
