Gizzard-shad sashimi salad, autumn peak
As the old saying goes, 'the smell of autumn jeoneo grilling brings back even the runaway daughter-in-law' — this fish peaks in fall. For hoemuchim, the jeoneo is sliced bones and all and tossed with vegetables in a tangy dressing, a quintessential autumn treat.
Gizzard shad (jeoneo) — the famed 'autumn jeoneo,' rich in unsaturated fatty acids for healthy blood vessels; eaten bones and all for calcium, with DHA to support the brain. In season in autumn, from the west and south coasts.
Main: gizzard shad (jeoneo), julienned radish, minari, perilla leaves, onion, pear · Seasoning: gochujang, red-pepper powder, vinegar, sugar, minced garlic
Yeokjeonju (Yeokjeonyangjojang (yeokjeonhoegwan), Seoul) — a refined yakju-cheongju at 9% ABV, chosen to pair with today's dish.