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Easy Korean Carrot Salad (Morkovcha) 🥕🔥 Quick & Flavorful Recipe

Crunchy, garlicky, spicy Korean carrot salad (Morkovcha) made with fresh carrots, coriander, garlic, vinegar, and hot oil.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Carrots
  • 4 pcs Garlic pressed
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tbsp cayenne pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Ground Coriander
  • 2 tbsp White vinegar
  • 80 ml Olive Oil

Method
 

  1. Prep the Carrots

    Peel and julienne the carrots into thin strips. A mandoline slicer or julienne peeler works best for that authentic texture.

  2. Season the Salad

    Place the carrots in a large bowl and add garlic, salt, sugar, coriander, cayenne pepper,.

  3. Heat the Oil

    Heat the vegetable oil in a small pan until hot but not smoking. If using onions, lightly sauté them first.

  4. Pour the Hot Oil

    Carefully pour the hot oil over the garlic and spices. You’ll immediately smell the flavors bloom.

  5. Add Vinegar and Mix

    Add vinegar and toss everything together until evenly coated.

  6. Chill Before Serving

    For the best flavor, refrigerate the salad overnight.

Notes

Tips for the Best Korean Carrot Salad:

Use Fresh Carrots

Fresh, firm carrots give the salad the perfect crunch.

Don’t Skip the Coriander

Ground coriander is one of the key flavors that gives Morkovcha its distinctive taste.

Let It Marinate

The flavor deepens as the salad sits, making leftovers even more delicious.

Adjust the Spice Level

Add more cayenne pepper for heat or keep it mild for a family-friendly version.