Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad)

Name: Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 lb daikon radish, julienned; 1 tsp kosher salt; 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp granulated sugar; 1 tsp toasted sesame oil; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

A vibrant Korean banchan of julienned daikon radish tossed with gochugaru, garlic, and rice vinegar. Crunchy, tangy, and mildly spicy - ready in minutes.

15 minEasyServes 460 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb daikon radish, julienned
1 tsp kosher salt
2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp granulated sugar
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

1

Place 1 lb julienned daikon radish in a large bowl. Sprinkle with 1 tsp kosher salt, toss, and let stand for 5 minutes to soften slightly. Gently squeeze out excess liquid.
2

Add 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp granulated sugar, and 1 tsp toasted sesame oil to the daikon. Toss well until evenly coated.
3

Add 2 thinly sliced scallions and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

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What is Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad)?

A vibrant Korean banchan of julienned daikon radish tossed with gochugaru, garlic, and rice vinegar. Crunchy, tangy, and mildly spicy - ready in minutes. This reference files it under Korean salad: made without cooking, rated easy and about 15 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of gochugaru in Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad)?

The entry for Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad) calls for 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes). In its place: Use half as much crushed red pepper flakes, or sweet paprika with a pinch of cayenne. Gochugaru is milder and fruitier than standard flakes, so go by taste.

Can I make Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad) less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad) comes from 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes). For a milder plate, halve the gochugaru; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad) low-carb?

A serving of Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad) carries 3 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 15 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 3 percent.

Does Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad) contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tsp toasted sesame oil and 1 tsp sesame seeds, toasted. The full allergen list for this entry is sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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