Korean Bean Sprouts
Discover the vibrant flavors of Korea with this quick and easy Korean Bean Sprouts recipe, a classic banchan (side dish) that's bursting with umami and subtle nuttiness. Made with tender soybean sprouts lightly blanched to preserve their crunch, this dish is elevated with the savory depth of garlic, fragrant toasted sesame oil, and a hint of soy sauce. Finished with a sprinkle of gochugaru and toasted sesame seeds, this simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect for adding a healthy, low-calorie option to your table. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile side dish that can be served warm or cold, making it an effortless accompaniment to Korean BBQ, rice dishes, or weeknight dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g soybean sprouts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 stalk green onions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (gochugaru, optional)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Rinse the soybean sprouts thoroughly under cold running water, discarding any discolored or slimy sprouts.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
Chop the green onion into thin slices. Set aside.
In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
Add the soybean sprouts to the boiling water, cover, and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still slightly crisp. Do not overcook.
Drain the cooked bean sprouts in a colander and quickly rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Gently squeeze out any excess water with your hands.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained soybean sprouts, minced garlic, sliced green onion, sesame oil, soy sauce, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss everything together until the sprouts are evenly coated.
Transfer the seasoned bean sprouts to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 2 days and enjoy as a cold dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 319 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 513 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
