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Recipe
Spicy Stir-Fried Dassima
Fiery Ocean Delight: Spicy Stir-Fried Dassima
4.6 out of 5
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine with this Spicy Stir-Fried Dassima recipe. Bursting with umami from the dried seaweed and a kick of heat from the spicy sauce, this dish is a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
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Preparation time
10 minutes
Cooking time
10 minutes
Total time
20 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free
Allergens
Soy
Not suitable for
Paleo, Keto, Low-carb, High-protein, Low-fat
Ingredients
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30g (1 oz) dried dassima (kelp) 30g (1 oz) dried dassima (kelp)
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced
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1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
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1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon honey
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1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish
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Spring onions, chopped, for garnish Spring onions, chopped, for garnish
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 150 kcal / 628 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 17g, 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Salt: 1g
Preparation
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1.Soak the dried dassima in cold water for 30 minutes until softened. Drain and cut into bite-sized pieces.
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2.In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
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3.Add the minced garlic, sliced onion, and red chili pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
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4.In a small bowl, mix together the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil to make the spicy sauce.
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5.Add the softened dassima to the pan and pour the spicy sauce over it. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the dassima is well-coated with the sauce and heated through.
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6.Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.
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7.Serve hot as a side dish or with steamed rice.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Dassima (kelp) — Make sure to soak the dried dassima in cold water to soften it before stir-frying. This will ensure a pleasant chewy texture in the final dish.
Tips & Tricks
- If you prefer a milder version, reduce the amount of gochujang (Korean red pepper paste) in the sauce.
- Customize the level of spiciness by adding more or less red chili pepper according to your taste.
- For added depth of flavor, you can incorporate other vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms into the stir-fry.
- Serve this dish with a side of steamed rice to balance the spiciness.
Serving advice
Spicy Stir-Fried Dassima is best served hot as a side dish alongside a Korean meal. It pairs well with steamed rice and other banchan (Korean side dishes). The vibrant colors and bold flavors make it an eye-catching addition to any dining table.
Presentation advice
To enhance the presentation of this dish, garnish it with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and freshly chopped spring onions. The contrasting colors of green and white will add visual appeal to the stir-fried dassima.
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