Simply Seasoned Korean Spinach Salad (Sigeumchi Namul)
This quick and healthy Korean side dish combines fresh spinach with garlic, sesame oil, and a touch of salt for a light yet umami-packed treat. Perfect as a banchan or a complement to bibimbap and kimbap!
Servings: 4
Calories: 48kcal
Ingredients
Main
- 250 g English spinach or baby spinach (9 ounces)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt , to add to the water
- 6 cups water to boil
Seasoning sauce
- 1 tsp green onion , finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt or to taste
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Trim the spinach roots (if any) and wash the spinach in cold water thoroughly.
- Boil water in a pot or saucepan for 5 to 7 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Once the water starts boiling, plunge the spinach into the pot and let it cook for 30 seconds.
- Drain the water and rinse the spinach under cold water for 1-2 minutes. Gently squeeze the spinach to remove excess water.
- Divide the spinach into 2-3 pieces using a knife. (If using baby spinach, you can skip this step.)
- Add the seasoning sauce and mix well with your hands.
- Serve with a bowl of rice and an assortment of Korean side dishes for a complete meal.
Notes
1 Tbsp = 15 ml, 1 Cup = 250 ml
Nutrition
Calories: 48kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 795mg | Potassium: 348mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 5860IU | Vitamin C: 17.6mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 1.8mg