Korean Carrot Salad Easy (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 4 medium carrots, peeled and julienned
02 - 1 tablespoon salt
03 - 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
06 - 1 teaspoon minced garlic
07 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 1 to 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
09 - 2 green onions, finely chopped (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Peel the carrots and cut them into thin, uniform julienne strips. Use a mandoline slicer for precision, if available.
02 - Place the julienned carrots in a mixing bowl and evenly sprinkle with salt. Allow to sit for 10 to 15 minutes to extract excess moisture.
03 - Rinse the salted carrots thoroughly under cold running water, then drain well to remove residual moisture and salt.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ground black pepper until the sugar is completely dissolved.
05 - Add the drained carrots to the bowl with the dressing mixture. Toss gently to ensure the carrots are evenly coated.
06 - Sprinkle sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions over the mixture. Lightly toss once more to distribute the garnishes.
07 - Allow the salad to marinate at room temperature for at least 10 minutes to develop flavors.
08 - Transfer the carrot salad to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a fresh side.

# Notes:

01 - Use the freshest carrots available for the best texture and vibrant color.