Spicy Korean Carrots: The Best Flavorful Side for Any Meal
These Spicy Korean Carrots are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that complements any meal, bringing a delicious kick to your dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large carrots
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Start by peeling the carrots and julienning them into thin strips.
- In a mixing bowl, combine salt, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, chili powder, and minced garlic to create the marinade.
- Add the julienned carrots to the marinade and mix well to ensure the carrots are coated.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add more chili powder to taste.
- This dish can be served immediately or chilled for a few hours to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg