Is Delicious Cold Pork Hock Salad (냉채족발) a True Korean Beauty Secret?

Looking for a refreshing, tangy dish with a unique twist? This Pork Hock Salad (냉채족발) is the perfect blend of bold Korean flavors, combining savory pork hock with crunchy jellyfish and crisp veggies, all tied together with a zesty mustard sauce. The pork hock is tender and gelatinous, adding a rich, savory bite, while the jellyfish provides a light, slightly briny crunch. The refreshing mustard sauce brings a vibrant tang that cuts through the richness, creating a dynamic balance of flavors and textures. Plus, pork hock is a K-beauty secret—rich in collagen, promoting youthful skin, and praised by many for its weight-loss benefits. If you're looking for an exotic Korean dish with both flavor and health benefits, this salad is a must-try. Even better, we offer pre-sliced pork hock, perfect for this recipe, which you can purchase directly from Kevin's Choice here.

냉채족발은 탱글한 족발과 아삭한 해파리가 상큼한 겨자 소스와 만나 독특한 맛을 선사합니다. 족발은 콜라겐이 풍부해 피부 미용에 좋고, 해파리는 신선한 식감을 더해줍니다.

Ingredients:

• 600g sliced pork hock (Buy here)
• 1/2 onion, sliced
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 5 perilla leaves, thinly sliced
• 3 imitation crab sticks, shredded
• 1 bell pepper, julienned
• 1 handful jellyfish (soaked and drained)

Mustard Sauce:

• 1 tbsp mustard powder
• 1.5 tbsp minced garlic
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 4 tbsp vinegar
• 0.5 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions:

1. Prep the jellyfish: Soak the jellyfish in cold water for 2 hours, changing the water regularly to remove excess salt. Blanch briefly, then drain.
2. Prepare vegetables: Soak the sliced cucumber, onion, and perilla leaves in cold water for a crisp texture, then drain well.
3. Slice the pork hock: Use pre-sliced pork hock for convenience or thinly slice fresh pork hock if needed.
4. Make the mustard sauce: Mix all the mustard sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth and well-combined.
5. Assemble the salad: On a large serving plate, arrange the pork hock, jellyfish, and vegetables. Drizzle the mustard sauce over just before serving for a refreshing, tangy finish.