Salmon Ssam Feast

 Hosting a causal event with friends and family and want to spice it up? This Korean-inspired salmon ssam feast from Dale Gray’s South of Somewhere (Simon & Schuster, 2023) pairs flavorful salmon with a build-your-own-adventure element. Gochujang-glazed salmon and a fresh, crunchy apple and cucumber salad fill these lettuce wraps, along with steamed white rice to make them a bit more substantive. Ssam is a Korean term referencing savory fillings wrapped tightly in a bundle of lettuce. The style of eating also encourages sharing with and supporting loved ones. Gray writes that preparing a bite of food for someone you love and respect is a typical Korean tradition. So grab your partner, family member, or friend to share this tasty, heartwarming custom.