Seasoned Mung Bean Sprouts Sukju Namul Muchim
Delight in the simplicity and vibrant flavors of *Seasoned Mung Bean Sprouts Sukju Namul Muchim*, a classic Korean banchan side dish that's as healthy as it is delicious. This quick and easy recipe highlights the crisp, nutty essence of mung bean sprouts, blanched to perfection in salted water and infused with savory soy sauce, aromatic garlic, and the subtle nuttiness of sesame oil and seeds. Finished with finely chopped scallions for a fresh burst of flavor, this light yet satisfying dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or other Korean dishes. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a versatile and nutritious addition to any meal. Perfect for meal prep, it can be enjoyed immediately or refrigerated for up to three days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams mung bean sprouts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 stalk scallions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Wash the mung bean sprouts thoroughly under cold running water and set them aside to drain.
Bring 4 cups of water to boil in a medium-sized pot and add 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Blanch the mung bean sprouts in the boiling water for 1 minute, then immediately drain the sprouts and rinse them under cold running water to stop the cooking process.
Use your hands to gently squeeze the excess water out of the mung bean sprouts and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Mince 2 cloves of garlic and finely chop 1 stalk of scallions.
Add the minced garlic, chopped scallions, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds to the bowl with the mung bean sprouts.
Toss the ingredients together gently until the sprouts are evenly coated with the seasonings.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch of salt or extra soy sauce if desired.
Serve the seasoned mung bean sprouts as a banchan side dish. Enjoy fresh or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1808 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 369 mg | 8% | |
*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.
