Korean Radish Salad (Mu-saengchae)

Steps

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1. 1
   Pick a good Korean radish with a smooth surface and lots of green color, making sure the inside isn't spongy.
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2. 2
   Peel the radish, cut it into thin matchstick strips, and measure out about one pound.
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3. 3
   Mince the garlic and chop the green onion.
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4. 4
   Add the hot pepper flakes, fish sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, chopped green onion, and sesame seeds to the radish strips.
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5. 5
   Wash your hands, then mix everything together thoroughly by hand until the radish strips are evenly coated and glossy with the seasoning.
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6. 6
   Sprinkle on a few more sesame seeds for garnish, then serve this salty, savory side dish with rice or noodles.
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