Steps

1. Trim the ends off the carrot. Do not peel it.
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2. Use a peeler to slice the carrot diagonally into wide, thin strips. Rotate the carrot as you slice to peel the sides. (Key Tip!) Don't worry about the leftover part; use it in other dishes like curry.
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3. Finely julienne the sliced carrot with a knife. (Key Tip!) Since the carrot is already thinly sliced, it's easy to create beautiful julienne strips without much effort.
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4. Place the julienned carrot into a bowl.
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5. In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 tsp salt, 2-3 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp vinegar and mix well. (Key Tip!) Mixing the seasonings (except oil) first helps the carrot absorb the flavor and improves its texture.
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6. Add the seasoning mixture to the carrot and mix lightly. The carrot will immediately release water and become crisp. (Key Tip!) This method allows for quick flavor absorption and a great texture.
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7. Add 2 tbsp olive oil and mix until the salad is glossy.
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8. Thinly slice 1/8 onion. If the raw onion flavor is too strong, soak it in water and then squeeze out excess moisture.
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9. Add the sliced onion and mix. (Key Tip!) The carrot is the main ingredient, so the onion is optional. Adding it enhances sweetness and satisfaction.
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10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. You can also add more sugar or vinegar to your preference.
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11. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with coarsely ground black pepper if desired. Adding grated cheese or grainy mustard also makes it delicious.
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