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Dotorimuk

도토리묵/doh-TOH-ree-mook/
Also known as: Dotori Muk, Dotorimuk Muchim, Korean Acorn Jelly, Acorn Jelly Salad
Dotorimuk
About this dish

A smooth, wobbly jelly made from acorn starch, sliced and dressed with soy, chilli, sesame and fresh vegetables.

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Ingredients
🌰1 cup acorn starch (or a ready-made block of acorn jelly)
💧6 cups water
🥬Lettuce, cucumber, carrot and spring onion
🫙3 tbsp soy sauce
🌶️1 tbsp gochugaru
🌰1 tbsp sesame oil, sesame seeds and garlic
Method
Serves 3
1
Whisk the starch into the water and cook, stirring, until thick and glossy.
2
Pour into a container and leave to set for several hours.
3
Cut into thick slices.
4
Mix the soy, chilli, sesame oil, garlic and seeds.
5
Toss gently with the jelly and vegetables and serve.
✓ What Makes it Authentic

Dotori-muk is a traditional Korean food; acorn jelly salad (dotorimuk-muchim) is a classic snack with makgeolli after hiking.

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