How to Make Buchu Muchim – A Korean Chive Side Dish
5-Minute Spicy Chive Salad – Easy Korean Side Dish at Home Summary Looking for a quick, healthy, and flavorful Korean side dish? This spicy chive salad— Buchu Muchim —is your answer. With just a few ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time, even beginners can whip up this delicious side that pairs perfectly with rice, meat, or bibimbap. 1. Ingredients & Sauce Ratio Chives: 200g (fresh, green, firm stalks) Sauce ingredients: 2 tbsp Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru) 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp sugar 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds 2. Prepping the Chives Wash the chives thoroughly under running water. Pat dry with paper towels to remove all moisture. Cut them into 4–5 cm lengths. Store in the fridge if not using immediately to keep them crisp. Avoid soaking chives in water for too long—this weakens texture and drains nutrients. 3. Making the Spicy Sauce This sauce is the heart of the flavor. Combine gochugaru, soy sauc...