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Korean Spinach Side Dish

Quick and Tasty Korean Spinach Side Dish to Brighten Meals

This Quick and Easy Korean Spinach Side Dish, known as Sigeumchi Namul, is a vibrant, flavorful delight that enhances any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spinach
  • 1 bunch Spinach fresh and clean
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion chopped finely
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil or olive oil
For Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds optional

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim the ends of the spinach and chop it into 2-inch pieces.
  2. Blanch the chopped spinach in boiling salted water for about 30 seconds.
  3. Transfer the spinach to an ice bath to cool, then squeeze out excess water.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine spinach with minced garlic, chopped green onion, soy sauce, salt, and sesame oil.
  5. Serve the dish cold or at room temperature, topped with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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