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Korean Carrot Salad (Morkovcha): A Tangy, Spicy Soviet-Era Classic


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Korean carrot salad, or Morkovcha, is a tangy, spicy side dish made with julienned carrots, garlic, vinegar, and chili oil. A quick kimchi alternative!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb carrot
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1/2 tbsp gochugaru (or 1/4 tsp cayenne + 1 tsp paprika)
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic

Instructions

  • Peel and julienne the carrots. Place in a bowl and toss with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Peeled and julienned carrots with a kitchen peeler
Prepping carrots for Morkovcha using a julienne peeler
  • Mix in sugar, vinegar, and chili flakes.
Julienne carrots in a bowl with tongs
Tossing carrots for Korean carrot salad before seasoning
  • In a pan, sauté garlic in oil until fragrant, then pour over the carrot mixture.
Garlic sizzling in oil in a saucepan
Preparing the garlic oil that gives Morkovcha its rich flavor
  • Toss everything well and chill for at least 2 hours.
Julienned carrots with minced garlic in a bowl
Adding fresh garlic to the carrots before tossing with oil
  • Serve cold. Store refrigerated up to 7 days.
Korean carrot salad stored in a sealed mason jar
Store Morkovcha in the fridge for up to one week

Notes

Use rice or white wine vinegar for a milder flavor.</p><p>Omit chili flakes for a less spicy version.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad, Side Dish
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Korean Fusion, Russian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 132
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 451mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg