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Toro – Scallion Recipe

Inspired by Morimoto
Time30m
Serves4

Toro is a scallion preparation commonly used in Japanese cooking, emphasizing the white and light green parts of the vegetable. This version features a savory blend of olive oil, soy sauce, and tangy rice vinegar, which enhances the scallion's natural crunch and mild onion flavor. Here’s how to make it at home.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

1

Prepare the Scallions

Trim the roots and dark green tops of the scallions. Chop the white and light green parts into small pieces, about 1-inch in size.

2

Make the Marinade

In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

3

Marinate the Scallions

Add the chopped scallions to the marinade. Toss to coat well, and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.

4

Serve

Transfer the marinated scallions to a serving dish or plate. Drizzle with any remaining marinade and serve as a flavorful side dish or topping.