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Mu Saengchae (Radish Salad)

Mu Saengchae (Radish Salad)

A delicious and super simple Mu Saengchae recipe that highlights the natural flavor of winter radish.

KoreanSide Dish
📝 10 steps

What You'll Need

Radish600g
Red chili powder2 tbsp
Pear juice4-5 tbsp
Sugar1 tsp
Salted shrimp1.5 tbsp
Salt1/2 tbsp
Minced garlic1 tbsp
Minced ginger1 tsp
Chives20g
Whole sesame seeds1/2 tbsp

Instructions

1

Peel the pear and use a grater to squeeze out the pear juice.

2

Use a knife to julienne the radish, following the grain.

3

Cut the chives into 2-3cm lengths.

4

Add 2 tbsp of red chili powder to the julienned radish and toss evenly to coat with a red color.

5

Add 1 tsp of sugar and toss with the radish to add sweetness.

6

Finely mince 1.5 tbsp of salted shrimp with a knife and add to the radish.

7

Sprinkle 1/2 tbsp of salt (or salt of your choice) evenly to season.

8

Add 1 tbsp of minced garlic and 1 tsp of minced ginger.

9

Add the cut chives and toss everything by hand until well combined.

10

Finally, sprinkle with 1/2 tbsp of whole sesame seeds to finish.