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Pa muchim (Scallion Salad)
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Pa muchim (Scallion Salad)

Pa muchim is a Korean scallion salad made by soaking sliced scallions in cold water before tossing them with spicy gochugaru, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. Variations add soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar for a tangy and slightly sweet dressing. The salad delivers fresh, crisp scallions with a spicy and nutty flavor, offering a bright side dish or accompaniment to grilled or fried foods.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean

Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 scallion medium
Option 1
  • 2 teaspoons gochugaru
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Option 2
  • 2 teaspoons gochugaru
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

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  1. Cut the scallions crosswise into about 4-inch lengths. Thinly slice each piece lengthwise.
  2. Soak the scallions in cold water for about 10 minutes. Drain well.
  3. Option 1: Add the gochugaru, sesame oil, and sesame seeds and toss well.
  4. Option 2: Right before serving, add the soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar to Option 1 and toss well.