Korean Spinach Banchan (Sigumchi Namul)

5m
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Get your spinach.
  2. 2Boil water with salt.
  3. 3Add your spinach and blanch for 20 seconds as your greens shrink and turn bright green.
  4. 4Put the spinach into an ice bath.
  5. 5Strain and gently wring out the excess water with your hands.
  6. 6Season the spinach with sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, green onions, gochugaru, sesame seeds, and salt to taste.
  7. 7Mix well and enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 boxes spinach
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • green onions
  • gochugaru
  • sesame seeds
  • salt

Equipment

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Tips

  • This dish is traditionally made with regular spinach, not baby spinach, but baby spinach is also fine to use.
  • One bag or box of spinach serves one person.
  • This dish lasts in the fridge for up to 4 days and is best served chilled.