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Spicy Korean Oyster Salad (Kul Kimchi)

Introduction
Kul Kimchi is a vibrant kimchi dish with fresh oysters, fiery red pepper flakes, and crisp romaine lettuce. This recipe, inspired by Jean Lee, combines sweet, spicy, and briny flavors to create a palate-stimulating dish. Best served alongside freshly steamed short-grain rice and paired with main dishes like Korean barbecued beef short ribs or incorporated into Bibimbap for a complete Korean meal experience.

Preparation Time
20 minutes plus marinating

Makes
4 to 6 servings as part of a multicourse family-style meal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1/4 cup Korean red pepper flakes
  • 5 to 6 cloves garlic, minced (2 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 4 romaine lettuce hearts (1 pound), halved lengthwise
  • 5 green onions, white and green parts, chopped
  • 1 red Thai chili, cut into rounds
  • 3 cups raw oysters, rinsed in salt water to remove any grit and drained (about 2/3 quart)

Instructions

1 Prepare the Marinade:

    • In a large nonreactive bowl, combine brown sugar, fish sauce, Korean red pepper flakes, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame seeds. Mix well to form a coarse paste.

    2 Mix Salad Ingredients:

      • Add halved romaine lettuce hearts, chopped green onions, and sliced red Thai chili to the bowl with the marinade. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.

      3 Incorporate Oysters:

        • Gently fold in the rinsed and drained raw oysters into the bowl with the lettuce mixture. Ensure the oysters are well-coated with the marinade.

        4 Marinate:

          • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the kimchi for at least 3 hours, ideally up to 12 hours, to allow the flavors to meld together.

          5 Serve:

            • Just before serving, give the kimchi a final stir to evenly distribute the flavors. Serve chilled.

            Tips for Preparation

            • Purchase fresh oysters from a reliable fishmonger or in quart jars from supermarkets.
            • Adjust the spiciness by varying the amount of Korean red pepper flakes or adding more red Thai chili.
            • For convenience, use two large bowls if a single bowl is insufficient to accommodate all ingredients initially.

            Enjoy the vibrant and flavorful Kul Kimchi as a refreshing side dish that complements a variety of Korean main dishes or as part of a larger family-style meal.

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