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Spicy Korean Carrots


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes (including marination)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Spicy Korean Carrots (Morkim) are a deliciously tangy and spicy side dish, commonly served in Korean cuisine. The carrots are julienned and tossed in a flavorful sauce made with garlic, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and a spicy kick from gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes). This dish is vibrant, crunchy, and full of flavor—perfect as a side or a salad topping.


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and julienned
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Julienne the carrots into thin strips using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer. You want them to be thin enough to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, gochugaru, and salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the ingredients are well mixed.
  3. Add the julienned carrots to the bowl and toss until all the carrots are well coated in the sauce.
  4. Let the carrots marinate in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, preferably an hour, to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the carrots for a little crunch and garnish with finely chopped green onions if desired.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less gochugaru depending on your preference.
  • These spicy carrots can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to allow the flavors to develop.
  • If you prefer a sweeter version, increase the sugar slightly to taste.
  • For extra crunch, you can add some chopped peanuts or roasted almonds as a garnish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (marinate time)
  • Category: Side Dish, Korean, Appetizer
  • Method: Marinating
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg