Korean Carrot Salad

Directions

1. Julienne carrots and toss them with 1 tsp salt;
2. Slice finely the onion and place it in a bowl of ice-cold water to let it soak for 10-15 minutes. Thus, we leach out some of its "bite." Then, completely drain them from the water and add to the bowl with the carrots;
3. Combine vinegar, chile, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, and black pepper in a small bowl;
4. Pour dressing over carrots and onions. Toss carrots and onions with the sauce in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed;
5. Serve the salad in a shallow serving bowl, garnished with toasted sesame seeds.