Spinach Banchan

5m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Blanch the spinach for 20 seconds.
  2. 2Shock the spinach in an ice bath.
  3. 3Ring out the water from the spinach.
  4. 4Season the spinach with a teaspoon of garlic salt, a tablespoon of sesame seeds, and a teaspoon of sesame oil.

Ingredients

  • 1 bag spinach
  • 1 teaspoon garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Equipment

ice bathair tight container

Tips

  • This recipe helps you enjoy your entire vegetable.
  • Blanching spinach makes beta carotene more absorbent, which is good for your eyes, skin, and immune system.
  • Blanching also reduces oxalate in raw spinach that could hinder calcium absorption.
  • If not finished in one sitting, keep it in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Enjoy as a banchan with rice, as a healthy snack, or with any of your meals.