Galchi Jorim
Korean

Galchi Jorim

A spicy and savory braise of Jeju's fresh hairtail fish with daikon, enveloped in a rich gochugaru-infused broth.

Medium1 hour

Where it comes from

Galchi Jorim is deeply rooted in Jeju's coastal fishing communities, where the abundant hairtail fish is a symbol of the island's maritime bounty, traditionally prepared by the haenyeo divers.

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Cut the hairtail fish into large chunks.

  2. 2

    Slice daikon and onion into thick pieces.

  3. 3

    In a pot, mix gochugaru, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger.

  4. 4

    Add fish, daikon, and onion to the pot.

  5. 5

    Simmer until the fish is cooked through and the daikon is tender.

  6. 6

    Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil and a sprinkle of black pepper and scallions.

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