Myeongtaesikhae || Salted and Fermented Pollack, 发酵明太鱼酱, 發酵明太魚醬, スケトウダラの塩辛, 명태식해 1

Myeongtaesikhae is a Korean fermented dish made from dried pollack. It’s a traditional Korean food, especially popular in the Gangwon and Hamgyeong provinces.

Key Ingredients:

• Dried pollack (명태)
• Rice
• Red pepper powder
• Salt
• Garlic
• Ginger

How to Make Myeongtaesikhae:

1. Prepare the Pollack: Soak the dried pollack in water to rehydrate it. Then, remove the bones and skin.
2. Mix Ingredients: Combine the rehydrated pollack with cooked rice, red pepper powder, salt, garlic, and ginger.
3. Ferment: Place the mixture in a container and let it ferment for several days. The fermentation process will develop a unique, pungent flavor.

How to Eat Myeongtaesikhae:

Myeongtaesikhae is typically served as a banchan (side dish) or as a topping for bibimbap. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a snack.

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