Korean Spinach Side Dish (Sigeumchi Namul)
This Korean Spinach Side Dish, known as Sigeumchi Namul, is a quick and nutritious addition to any meal. In just five minutes, you can create a vibrant and flavorful side that showcases the fresh taste of spinach. The simple combination of garlic, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil delivers an umami punch that perfectly complements grilled meats or works wonderfully as part of a vegetarian spread. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive occasions, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with health benefits.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch (10 oz) spinach (ends trimmed)
- 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
- 1 stalk green onion (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Trim the spinach ends and slice into 2-inch pieces.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then blanch the spinach for 30 seconds until just wilted.
- Transfer the spinach to an ice bath immediately to halt cooking and maintain its crispness.
- Once cooled, gently squeeze out excess water from the spinach.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled spinach with minced garlic, chopped green onion, soy sauce, salt, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside your favorite main dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg