Korean ‘Namul’ and Japan’s ‘Aemono’ are same type of dish, that is basically seasoned Vegetables. Sesame Oil is commonly used to season ‘Namul’. There are multiple methods to make Carrot ‘Namul’. Some people microwave Carrot, some people just add Salt and massage, but I have found stir-frying is the easiest and this method makes Carrot really sweet.
Makes
4 Servings
Ingredients
2 to 3 Carrots *about 250 to 300g
1 to 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Salt *alter the amount
2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Seeds
1/2 clove Garlic *optional, grated
Method
- Cut Carrots into thin strips. Using a vegetable slicer, it can be done easily.
- Heat Sesame Oil in a frying pan, cook Carrot until soft. Season with Salt. Add Toasted Sesame Seeds and grated Garlic (If you add it), and mix to combine.
- *Note: Alternatively, you can add Salt to uncooked Carrot, massage, and set aside for a while. When softened, remove excess water if there is any, add Sesame Oil, Sesame Seeds and Garlic, and mix well to combine. Carrot won’t become sweet in this method.
Comments
C
25/10/2023
Just made this, it’s really nice. Did the no cook way. Will be making it again.
Hiroko
26/10/2023
Thank you for trying the recipe. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Cece
27/09/2023
Hi Hiroko, can you show a picture of the slicer you use for these carrots? Thank you.
Hiroko
27/09/2023
Hello. I have been using a Japanese vegetable slicer called ‘Benriner’. You can see it the manufacturer’s website. http://www.benriner.co.jp/benriner_en/products/products01.html
Steve
18/01/2023
This is so good. I make the no-cook version at least every other week (I like my carrots less sweet). This is one of my favorite ways to make carrots now.
Hiroko
18/01/2023
Steve, thank you for trying the recipe and posting your positive comment. I am glad you liked the flavour of this dish.