North Korean Spinach Salad (북한 시금치 무침)
북한 시금치 무침 (North Korean Spinach Salad) is a simple and delicious dish that is commonly enjoyed in North Korean cuisine. This refreshing salad is easy to prepare and makes a perfect side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- 500g fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash the spinach thoroughly and blanch it in boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water, then squeeze out excess water.
- Cut the spinach into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, and salt to the bowl with the spinach.
- Gently toss the ingredients together until the spinach is well coated with the seasonings.
- Transfer the spinach salad to a serving dish and garnish with additional sesame seeds if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 50 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 2g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Serving dish
Tools
Knife Cutting board Pot
Serving suggestions
북한 시금치 무침 (North Korean Spinach Salad) can be served as a side dish with rice and grilled meats, or as part of a traditional Korean meal.
Tips & tricks
For a more flavorful salad, you can add a splash of rice vinegar or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
Cost
$5