Go Back
–+ servings
Korean Spinach Side Dish

Korean Spinach Side Dish for Quick, Healthy Dining Delight

Sigeumchi Namul is a vibrant Korean Spinach Side Dish that brings freshness and nutrients to your meal in under 5 minutes.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spinach Base
  • 1 bunch Fresh Spinach or bok choy/kale as substitutes
For the Flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion chopped
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil use high-quality
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds optional

Equipment

  • pot
  • bowl
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim the spinach by rinsing it under cold water, then chop it into manageable pieces.
  2. Blanch spinach in boiling salted water for 30 seconds, then quickly transfer to an ice bath.
  3. Cool the spinach in the ice bath for 1-2 minutes, then drain and squeeze out excess water.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled spinach, garlic, green onion, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix gently.
  5. Serve the seasoned spinach dish chilled, garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is vegan, gluten-free, and best served cold. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!