Sigumchi Namul Korean Spinach Salad Kimchi
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with authentic Korean flavors, Sigumchi Namul Korean Spinach Salad Kimchi is the perfect side dish for any meal. This easy-to-make recipe features blanched spinach dressed in a harmonious blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), with a sprinkling of sesame seeds and green onions for added texture and flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this nutritious dish is a delightful mix of savory, nutty, and mildly spicy elements, making it an ideal accompaniment to rice, grilled meats, or Korean-style BBQ. Whether served fresh or allowed to marinate for deeper flavor, this quick and healthy banchan (Korean side dish) is a must-try for fans of Korean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 1 stalk Green onion, finely chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.
Add the spinach to the pot and blanch for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until the spinach is just wilted.
Drain the spinach immediately and transfer it to a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process.
Squeeze out excess water from the spinach gently with your hands, being careful not to mash it.
Cut the squeezed spinach into 2-3 inch lengths and place it in a mixing bowl.
Add the minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochugaru, sesame seeds, and chopped green onion to the bowl with the spinach.
Gently toss everything together until the spinach is evenly coated with the seasoning.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired (e.g., adding more soy sauce or gochugaru).
Transfer the seasoned spinach to a serving dish and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days to develop flavors further.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2966 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 3% | |
*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.
