Sweet and Tangy Buchu Muchim (Seasoned Garlic Chives)
A quick garlic chive side dish tossed lightly in a tangy fish sauce dressing, perfect for pairing with meat dishes.
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This simple side dish comes together by slicing garlic chives and onion and tossing them gently in a sweet and tangy dressing. The blend of fish sauce and vinegar gives it a refreshing flavor that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or savory pancakes. Tossing it right before serving keeps the greens crisp, fresh, and vibrant.
- Servings
- about 2–3 servingsOriginal: 2 plates
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Mildly spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Garlic chives (buchu)100 g
- Onion1/2
Seasoning
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)2 tbsp
- Gin (or brewed soy sauce (yangjo-ganjang))1 tbsp
- Sand lance fish sauce (or dried anchovies)1/2 tbsp
- Minced garlic1 tbsp
- Sugar1/2 tbsp
- Vinegar1 tbsp
- Toasted sesame oil1 tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds1 tbsp
- When you buy a bunch of garlic chives, use the thicker ones for pancakes and pick out the thin, tender ones for this seasoned dish so they stay soft and delicate.
Steps
Prepare the ingredients
Use a handful of garlic chives, 100 g. I also prepared 1/2 onion.
Slice the vegetables
Cut the garlic chives into 4–5 cm lengths and thinly slice the onion.
Toss with seasonings
Add the garlic chives and onion, toss evenly, then add all the seasoning ingredients and toss gently.
If it needs more saltiness, adjust with salt or soy sauce, and tweak the amount of vinegar or sugar to your taste.
Finish
Tossed this way, seasoned garlic chives make a delicious side dish on their own, but they also serve as a wonderful companion to grilled meats like beef pan-fried pancakes (yukjeon).
When I make bassak bulgogi, I serve seasoned garlic chives alongside it to enjoy the grilled meat with a refreshing contrast.
Ppunwife's tips
- This sweet and tangy seasoned garlic chives dish is even better if tossed right before eating so you can enjoy it at its freshest.
- If it needs more saltiness, adjust with salt or soy sauce, and tweak the amount of vinegar or sugar to your taste.
FAQ
What size should I cut the garlic chives?
Cut the garlic chives into 4–5 cm lengths and prepare the onion by slicing it thinly.
Can I use a different fish sauce instead of sand lance fish sauce?
You can use anchovy fish sauce instead of sand lance fish sauce.
How do I adjust the flavor if it tastes too bland after tossing?
Adjust any lack of seasoning with salt or soy sauce, and adjust the vinegar or sugar to taste.
Is there a good way to use up leftover seasoned garlic chives?
You can mix them into rice with doenjang, or top with a fried egg and enjoy as bibimbap.
