Maneuljong Bokkeum (Stir Fried Garlic Scapes)
A 5-minute garlic scape side dish quickly braised in a soy sauce seasoning to keep its texture alive.
Translated from Korean by AI and not yet checked by a native speaker. Amounts and numbers are taken directly from the original recipe. Read the Korean original →
This clean stir-fried side dish highlights the natural flavor of garlic scapes without any extra ingredients. Sautéed over medium heat to coat them in oil and then braised in soy sauce seasoning, they offer both a tender and crisp texture. It comes together quickly in about 5 minutes, making it easy to serve.
- Servings
- about 3–4 servingsOriginal: 2 plates
- Cook time
- 5 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Garlic scapes250 g
Seasoning
- Regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang) (or brewed soy sauce (yangjo-ganjang))3 tbsp
- Water3 tbsp
- Mirin (cooking rice wine)1 tbsp
- Corn syrup (mulyeot)1 tbsp
- Toasted sesame oil1/2 tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds1 tbsp
- Cut the garlic scapes into bite-sized lengths of around 4 cm, wash them, and drain the water.
Steps
Cut the garlic scapes into bite-sized lengths of around 4 cm, wash them, and drain the water.
Heat cooking oil in a preheated pan and stir-fry briskly over medium heat.
Once they are evenly coated in oil and their color turns vibrant...
Add 3 tbsp regular (or brewed) soy sauce, 3 tbsp water, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp corn syrup.
Stir-fry until the seasoning has almost completely reduced, then taste it and add a little salt if it is too bland.
Turn off the heat, add toasted sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds, and mix well to finish.
Ppunwife's tips
- Once the seasoning has almost completely reduced, taste it and add a little salt if it is too bland.
- It tastes best when eaten right after stir-frying.
FAQ
How do I adjust the seasoning if it lacks flavor after simmering?
Taste it when the seasoning liquid has almost completely reduced, and if it is bland, simply add a pinch of salt to adjust the taste.
How long should I cut the garlic scapes?
Cut them into bite-sized lengths of around 4 cm for easy eating, and drain thoroughly before using.
Can I use brewed soy sauce instead of regular soy sauce?
Regular soy sauce and brewed soy sauce can be used interchangeably, so you may substitute it.
Can I add other ingredients besides garlic scapes?
Depending on your preference, stir-frying them along with dried shrimp, dried anchovies, or meat works very well.
