Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsUchi ScottsdaleHama Kama Recipe

Hama Kama Recipe

Inspired by Uchi Scottsdale
Time45m
Serves4

Gooseberry gochujang, buttermilk, frissee salad

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Ingredients

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For the Gooseberry Gochujang

For the Buttermilk Dressing

For the Frissee Salad

Method

Preparing the Gooseberry Gochujang

  1. 1

    Step 1: Prepare the Gooseberries

    Wash the gooseberries thoroughly under cold water. Remove any stems and leaves. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Blend the Ingredients

    In a blender, combine the washed gooseberries, gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or honey according to preference.

Making the Buttermilk Dressing

  1. 4

    Step 1: Combine the Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 5

    Step 2: Whisk Together

    Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Preparing the Frissee Salad

  1. 6

    Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash the frissee lettuce, radishes, and cucumber under cold water. Slice the radishes thinly and chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes.

  2. 7

    Step 2: Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the frissee lettuce, sliced radishes, chopped cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.

  3. 8

    Step 3: Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the olive oil over the salad and season with salt and black pepper. Toss gently to combine.

Bringing it All Together

  1. 9

    Step 1: Serve

    On each plate, place a serving of the frissee salad. Drizzle the gooseberry gochujang over the top and serve with a side of buttermilk dressing.

  2. 10

    Step 2: Enjoy

    Enjoy your refreshing Hama Kama salad with a delightful mix of flavors!

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