Korean Spinach Side Dish (Sigeumchi Namul)
Korean Spinach Side Dish, known as Sigeumchi Namul, is a vibrant and flavorful salad that can elevate any meal in just five minutes. This refreshing dish features tender spinach tossed with fresh garlic and green onions, all brought together by a savory dressing of soy sauce and sesame oil. Its quick preparation makes it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, while its health benefits make it an excellent choice for nutritious eating. With its delightful crunch and rich umami flavor, this spinach salad serves as an ideal side dish alongside grilled meats, rice bowls, or even enjoyed on its own as a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch (10 oz) spinach
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 stalk green onion
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Trim the ends of the spinach and cut it into 2-inch pieces.
- Boil salted water in a pot and blanch the spinach for 30 seconds until wilted.
- Transfer the blanched spinach to an ice bath to cool quickly, then squeeze out excess water.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled spinach with minced garlic, chopped green onion, soy sauce, salt, and toasted sesame oil. Mix well.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (about 75g)
- Calories: 62
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Sodium: 288mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg