Crispy Rice & Kimchi Pancakes
I’ve known this since I was a kid learning how to make fried rice in my grandmother’s kitchen. The other day, I saw Carolina Gelen’s take on Ketchup Rice and thought it would be great to recreate a crispy Korean variation with kimchi and gochujang similar to a jeon but without the batter. It's quick to make, and its crispy golden exterior pairs perfectly with a sunny side up egg, making it a hearty meal for any time of day, especially breakfast.
Fried Pickle Salad
This has been my hyper-fixation meal of late. This delicious salad starts with a hearty mix of shredded cabbage and massaged kale, making it ideal for meal prep. It’s topped with shredded rotisserie chicken, radish sticks, and sliced cherry tomatoes, then drizzled with a creamy homemade ranch packed with fresh herbs and plenty of garlic. This satisfying salad always hits the spot and comes together quickly, as long as your ingredients are prepped ahead of time.
Scallop Coconut Ceviche
If you're like me and not planning to travel abroad this summer, don't worry. You can embark on a culinary journey with a dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Peru right to your kitchen - a limey, coconut ceviche. It's a unique blend that falls somewhere between a ceviche and a tartare but is unequivocally delicious.
Soy Sauce Marinated Egg Yolks
The final installation of Demystified: Soy Sauce, raw egg yolks marinated in light soy sauce. This is a delicious topping I like to use for a tartare but you can also use to top things like a bowl of noodles, rice, or salads. The marriage of raw egg yolks and light soy sauce yields a delightful flavor profile and creamy texture when punctured. However, achieving the ideal consistency requires precision; over-marinating risks solidifying the yolk.
Pea Shoot Salad with Fish Sauce Dressing
In the second installment of Demystified: Fish Sauce, we’re going to use it in a salad dressing over pea shoots. This season, pea shoots are at their prime, harvested before the peas fully develop, offering a delicate flavor and texture. You can easily find them at Asian markets or local farmer's markets.