No Korean BBQ can be complete without this Korean Green Onion Salad. Some call it Pajeori 파절이, others call it Pamuchim 파무침. Either way, you slice it; you can not have Korean pork belly Samgyupsal Gui 삼겹살 without this marinated scallion salad!
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What is Pajeori 파절이? What is Pamuchim 파무침?
Green onions scallions are called pa (파) in Korean. When they are thinly sliced, they are call pachae (파채). Muchim (moo cheem 무침) means to season. It is a broad term for any and every dish prepared in this manner.
Pachae muchim (파채무침) or pamuchim (파무침) or pajeori (파절이), is simply spicy seasoned green onions side dish salad. Another favourite banchan (반찬飯饌) of mine at Korean restaurants.
This Korean spicy green onion salad side dish is goes well with grilled meat or barbecued marinated Korean meat dishes like Bulgogi or Kalbi. The tasty addition of a little acidity and red pepper flakes spices, instantly brightens the flavor of your meat and cuts fat to any heavy meat dish that is greasy.
How To Prepare Thinly Sliced Green Onions
Thinly slice your green onions. I use this special tool. A green onion slice cutter makes the task of shredding a lot of green onions much easier and faster than by hand! Hand cutting scallions with a kitchen knife is not very rewarding. It takes much longer time. Sliced green onions have a slimy surface. It is labour intensive!
Typically we only want the green parts of the green onions.
Place the thinly sliced green onions in a medium bowl of cold water. This ensures the green onions stay crispy and will help remove the sharpness! After soaking in the cold water bath, remove excess water with a salad spinner.
More conveniently, julienned scallions are sold at Korean grocery store. If you are looking for where to buy pa muchim, most Korean supermarkets will also sell this along with other side dishes. But because how easy and cheap it is to make, I prefer to make this myself in the blessed 5 minutes!
How to Season Korean Scallion Salad
A few simple ingredients make up the marinade to this easy Korean green onion Pamuchim Salad. A little acidity, gochujang spice, sesame oil, and light soy sauce is the perfect combination for a flavourful sauce.
Next time you feel like having Korean cuisine, grab a leaf of lettuce, marinated grilled marinated Korean meats like bulgogi, kalbi, or Samgyeopssal pork belly), pa muchim salad and eat it like lettuce wraps. It is the best!
In the summer, I probably make this at least once every week! This simple dish is such a refreshing side dish!
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PrintPajeori Korean Spicy Seasoned Green Onion Salad | Pamuchim 파절이 파무침
Pajeori Korean Spicy Seasoned Green Onion Salad | Pamuchim 파절이 파무침 is a addictive banchan side dish is goes well with barbecued or grilled marinated Korean meat dishes like Bulgogi or Kalbi. The addition of a little acidity and spice, instantly brightens and cuts fat to any greasy dish.
- Prep Time: 4
- Cook Time: 1
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 persons 1x
- Category: Appetizers, Snacks
- Method: Toss
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
- 5 stalks spring green onion / green scallions, thinly sliced
Pa Muchim Green Onion Vinaigrette
- ½ tsp sugar
- 1 tsp gochukaru (Korean red chili powder), add more for spicier
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tsp light soy sauce
- 2 tsp mirin / rice vinegar
Instructions
- Thinly slice your green onions. I use this tool. A green onion slicer.
- Place the thinly sliced green onions in a bowl of cold water.
- Add remaining ingredients to a small mixing bowl to make Pamuchim Green Onion Vinaigrette.
- Pour Pamuchim Green Onion Vinaigrette over thinly sliced scallions.
- Serve and Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 9.5 g
- Sodium: 435.6 mg
- Fat: 14.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Protein: 1.8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: pamuchim, pajeori, korean green onion salad, green onions salad, spring onions salad, green scallion salad, korean spicy salad, korean salad recipes, keto salad recipes, lazy keto
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Andrea says
such a fresh and tasty salad!
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Nancy says
Enjoy this! It's the perfect ban chan!
Natalia says
This salad screams fall and I love it! What a great combination!
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Nancy says
This salad is just lovely and so gut nourishing!
Andrea says
Thank you for the thorough instructions. This was so easy to make!
Nancy says
Awesome! Glad it worked out!
Kim says
This salad is so delicious and fresh! Love the texture from how the green onions are cut. Great flavor combo
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Nancy says
This recipe really makes green onions a lot more enjoyable than on its own!
Irena says
Love this salad as a little side dish or condiment almost. Have never heard of it or seen before this blog so was very excited to try something brand new!
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Nancy says
Thanks Irena! I'm so glad you enjoyed this classic Korean recipe! It really goes great with grilled meats too!
Heidy says
OMG, this Korean Green Onion Salad was fantastic! It added the perfect flavor to our meal! I can't believe how simple it was yet so flavorful! Next, I am looking for a good seaweed salad so I will search your blog. Crossing fingers, you have one! Have a great night!
I am looking forward to trying more of your recipes!
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Nancy says
Hi Heidy! I have just the seaweed salad recipe that is coming soon to the blog! Stay tuned! Thanks for your kind words and support. Appreciate you!
Mirlene says
This green onion salad tastes great with some bulgogi! Love the flavors of this side dish.
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Nancy says
Bulgogi is always the answer 🙂
Katie says
Love this green onion salad! Super flavorful and easy to make!
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Nancy says
It goes really well with bbq!
Michelle says
So simple, flavorful, and delicious as a side dish! Love serving this up with tofu.
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Shilpa says
Great recipe! Delicious and flavourful!
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Tavo says
I loved how fresh and straightforward this Korean salad turned out! This is only my second attempt at making Korean food, and I loved it!
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Anna - Vegnfit says
What a great and simple salad. Goes perfectly as a side dish to stir fry.
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Katie says
This recipe was too good oh my goodness! I love Korean food, so I was stocked to find a green onion salad recipe!
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Jean says
so appetizing, I really like the combi. of sesame oil and soy sauce, brings out the flavor and taste, never thought Id be enjoying green onion in a salad.
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Kaitlin says
This recipe reminds me so much of when I lived in Korea. Love it
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Stephanie says
Absolutely love this recipe! It works as a side to SO many things. I love to pair it with tofu! Thanks for sharing the recipe with us!!
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Emily says
This spicy salad is brilliant! I served it as a side to some portobello "steaks' and it was incredible!
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Sam says
I love these simple ingredients! This made for such a great lunch. Delicious!
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Nancy says
it's a great side!!
Katie says
Such a delicious recipe!! If you’re looking for a flavorful recipe this is it!
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Nancy says
wonderful so glad you liked it!
Tavo says
What a delicious salad! It had been some time since I had Korean, and after trying out this recipe, I feel like I need to start making Korean dishes again! Great site! I love your recipes.
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Nancy says
Thanks Tavo! So happy that you loved it and thanks for all your support!
Michelle says
My gosh, I can't get over how simple this is! And flavorful!! New fave 🙂
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Nancy says
Thanks Michelle!! It's such a flavour bomb and much cheaper to make yourself!
Ana says
Love this green onion salad! Definitely a MUST with Korean BBQ.
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Nancy says
It's wonderful with bbq and any rice bowls!
Sabrina says
I love this recipe! What a great way to use fresh spring onions. Very delicious.
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Nancy says
I love all the health benefits of loaded with essential nutrients like Vitamins A, C, B2 or thymine, copper, phosphorus, magnesium and potassium.
Terri Gilson says
I had no idea this dish existed, yet I sooo need it in my life! Nor did I know about the onion slicer. Although I love tools, I think I'll buy the pre-sliced scallions. Cannot wait to make it!
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Nancy says
the onion slicer is LIVE CHANGING!!!
Julia says
This looks so fresh and delicious and perfect for spring. I love the kick of heat as well. Saving for later.
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Nancy says
hope you love it!!
Lisa says
I love the idea of using green onions as the focus of the dish instead of just a garnish! This looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
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Nancy says
There's so many great ways to use herbs as salads instead of a garnish...
AmyG says
This is the perfect salad for a barbecued steak! Next time i make it i may add some bacon or prosciutto.
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Nancy says
ohhh yummy I love bacon, prosciutto!!! yummmmm....
Bernice Hill says
There's that onion slicer again...such a handy tool! I would love to try making this salad as I can never get enough scallions. It looks like a nice easy banchan that would go with my bibimbap.
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Nancy says
That onion slicer is a saint! I've even used it with my other leaf greens and carrots and it is 100%!