Golbaengi-muchim || Spicy Sea Snails Salad, 辣拌海螺, つぶ貝の和え物, 골뱅이무침 1

Golbaengi-muchim is a popular Korean dish that features marinated sea snails, often paired with vegetables like cucumbers, onions, and carrots. It’s a popular choice for a spicy and flavorful side dish or a main course.

Key Ingredients:

• Sea Snails: Canned or fresh sea snails.
• Vegetables: Cucumber, onion, carrot, and sometimes dried squid.
• Seasoning: Gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic, and sesame oil.

How to Make Golbaengi-muchim:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
   • Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
2. Mix the Seasoning:
   • Combine gochujang, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic, and sesame oil in a bowl.
3. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the sea snails, vegetables, and the prepared seasoning.
   • Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
4. Serve:
   • Serve immediately as a side dish or main course.

Tips for the Perfect Golbaengi-muchim:

• Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality sea snails for the best flavor.
• Balance of Flavors: Adjust the amount of gochujang, soy sauce, and vinegar to achieve your desired level of spiciness, sweetness, and sourness.
• Texture: Ensure that the vegetables are cut into uniform sizes for even cooking.
• Serving Suggestion: Golbaengi-muchim is often served with noodles or rice.