Hama Kama Recipe
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
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
Step 2: Blend the Ingredients
In a blender, combine the washed gooseberries, gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- 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
- 4
Step 1: Combine the Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Step 2: Whisk Together
Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Preparing the Frissee Salad
- 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.
- 7
Step 2: Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the frissee lettuce, sliced radishes, chopped cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- 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
- 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.
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Step 2: Enjoy
Enjoy your refreshing Hama Kama salad with a delightful mix of flavors!





