Korean cuisine, renowned for its diversity and richness in flavors, offers a variety of dishes and side dishes that highlight fresh and natural ingredients.
Among these, Sigeumchi Namul stands out as an essential banchan (side dish) (more specifically, it’s what’s called a Namul
), appreciated for its simplicity, flavor, and health benefits. This spinach dish with sesame and garlic embodies Korean cuisine’s ability to transform simple ingredients into delicious and nutritious dishes.
“Spinach holds a special place in the Korean culinary arsenal, and Sigeumchi Namul is the perfect example. This dish, both fresh and seasoned, brings a welcome touch of greenery to meals traditionally dominated by meat. A simple handful of” fresh spinach, acquired at the local market, transforms into a healthy and colorful side dish, offering a refreshing contrast to rich and savory meat dishes.
Sigeumchi Namul is not only easy and quick to prepare, but it is also praised for its health benefits.
In Korea, it is commonly served as one of the many banchan that accompany meals such as bulgogi or samgyetang recipe, but it also finds its place in mixed dishes like Bibimbap or Kimbap, adding a nutritious dimension and a crunchy texture to these popular dishes.
Sigeumchi Namul – Korean Sesame Spinach
Ingredients
- 250 g of baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Water for boiling
Sauce
- 1 teaspoon green onions finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic sliced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds white parts
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
Procédé
- Mince the garlic.
- In a bowl, mix the sauce
- Wash them in cold water. Bring the water to a boil with salt
- Plunge the spinach for 30 seconds, then rinse under cold water.
- Drain and squeeze to remove excess water. Cut the spinach and mix with the sauce
