Russian Carrot Salad

We absolutely love this spicy carrot salad. This is a Russian/Korean salad inspired by kimchi.

I think it pairs well with plove, grilled kabobs and many more dishes. 

This salad is easy to make, however it does require a julienne slicer, Here is a link to my favorite one.

Ingredients:

7-10 large carrots 

2 TB white vinegar 

6 garlic cloves 

1tsp sugar 

1-2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper 

Infused oil: 

1/4 cup of oil 

1 small onion (chopped into small chunks)

1/2 tsp ground coriander

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 

1/2 tsp paprika 

Directions: 

1. Infused oil- in a skillet or small saucepan add oil and onion and heat on medium/low heat. Cook for about 10 minutes, until the onion is translucent. Add the spices: coriander, red pepper flakes and paprika. Stir the spices and let the oil infuse and cool while you complete the next steps. 

2. Peel the carrots, then using a julienne grater, grate the carrots into a large bowl. 

3. Press the garlic into the bowl, and season the salad with sugar, salt, pepper and vinegar. 

4. Pour in the infused oil through a mesh strainer. 

5. Mix well and refrigerate for a few hours or over night. 

6. Stir well before serving. 

7. Salad is good in the fridge up to a week.