Korean-Style Carrot Salad

Name: Korean-Style Carrot Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 large carrots (about 1.5–2 pounds); 6 cloves of garlic, finely minced; 1/3 cup rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/8 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste); 1/4 cup avocado oil or any neutral oil

A tangy and spicy Korean-style carrot salad made with julienned carrots, garlic, vinegar, and a hot oil infusion—perfect as a refreshing side dish.

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Jun 9, 2025 - 23:21

Prep Time 20 min

Cook Time 5 min

Serving 6

Difficulty Easy

Korean-Style Carrot Salad, also known as Morkovcha, is a flavorful and crunchy salad inspired by Korean cuisine and loved across Eastern Europe and Central Asia. This salad features thinly julienned carrots tossed with garlic, vinegar, and a warming hot oil seasoning that enhances the aroma and flavor. It's perfect as a side dish or appetizer and pairs beautifully with rice, grilled meat, or dumplings. Best of all, it gets even better with time, making it ideal for meal prep.

Ingredients

3 large carrots (about 1.5–2 pounds)
6 cloves of garlic, finely minced
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup avocado oil or any neutral oil

Nutritional Information

Calories: 130

Total Fat: 10g

Saturated Fat: 1.5g

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 220mg

Total Carbohydrates: 10g

Dietary Fiber: 3g

Sugars: 5g

Protein: 1g

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Directions

1. Prepare the Carrots

Peel the carrots using a standard vegetable peeler. Use a julienne peeler or a sharp chef’s knife to cut the carrots into thin strips. Grated carrots can be used as an alternative, but julienned carrots provide the best texture.

2. Combine Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, add the julienned carrots. Add the minced garlic, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, paprika, and red chili flakes to the bowl. Toss everything well so the carrots are evenly coated with the spices and vinegar.

3. Add Hot Oil

Heat the avocado oil in a small saucepan over medium heat until it shimmers but does not smoke. Carefully pour the hot oil over the carrot mixture. The heat will lightly cook the garlic and spices, intensifying their flavors. Mix the salad thoroughly to distribute the oil and seasonings evenly.

4. Chill and Serve

Allow the salad to cool to room temperature. You can serve it immediately or transfer it to a jar or airtight container. For best flavor, refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to let the flavors meld.