Spicy Korean Carrots – Morkovcha: A Best Homemade Delight
Experience the vibrant and spicy flavors of Spicy Korean Carrots, also known as Morkovcha, a delightful and crunchy side dish that will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Refrigerate
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups julienned carrots
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine julienned carrots and salt. Mix well and let sit for 30 minutes.
- Rinse carrots under cold water and drain.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, oil, garlic, gochugaru, and sesame seeds.
- Add the carrots to the vinegar mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, let the carrots sit longer before serving.
- Adjust spiciness by varying the amount of gochugaru.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Keywords: Spicy Korean Carrots, Morkovcha, Korean recipes, side dish, carrot salad