Korean Carrot Salad | Sweet, Tangy & a Little Spicy — You’ll Be Hooked!
Korean Carrot Salad that's sweet, tangy, and a little spicy! This easy carrot salad recipe combines fresh carrots, garlic, sesame seeds, and a fragrant sesame-chili dressing for a delicious twist on a simple vegetable side dish.
Think carrots are just a side? Thin carrot ribbons, crushed coriander seeds, warm sesame oil, honey, and fresh lemon juice turn them into a salad with layers of flavor. Make it crisp and fresh, or gently massage the carrots for a softer texture. It's an easy, flavor-packed salad you'll want to make again!
🥕 KOREAN CARROT SALAD INGREDIENTS :
For the Carrot Salad
• 4 fresh carrots, peeled and cut into fine julienne strips
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
For the Warm Sesame-Chili Dressing
• 3 tbsp sesame oil, heated
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp coriander seeds, freshly crushed
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the Finishing Touch
• 1 scallion, thinly sliced
• Extra sesame seeds, for garnish
👩🍳 HOW TO MAKE KOREAN CARROT SALAD
1. Prepare the carrots: Peel and cut the carrots into thin strips using a julienne slicer. You can also grate them or slice them into thin matchsticks by hand.
2. Crush the coriander: Lightly crush the coriander seeds in a mortar to release more of their natural aroma.
3. Make the dressing: Combine the minced garlic, chili powder, sesame seeds, and crushed coriander. Carefully pour the heated sesame oil over the mixture. Stir in the honey and lemon juice, then let the dressing cool.
4. Choose your texture: For a crisper salad, gently toss the carrots with salt and sugar. For a softer texture, massage them gently for 1–2 minutes and let them rest for 10–15 minutes.
5. Remove excess moisture: If liquid collects at the bottom of the bowl, drain it before adding the dressing.
6. Combine and serve: Toss the carrots with the sesame-chili dressing until evenly coated. Finish with sliced scallions and extra sesame seeds.
⏱️ VIDEO CHAPTERS
00:00 Korean Carrot Salad
00:27 Crunchy vs. Tender Texture
01:01 Making the Sesame-Chili Dressing
01:33 Crushing the Coriander Seeds
02:34 Seasoning the Carrots
02:40 Mixing the Salad
02:55 Final Garnish & Serving
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