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Seasoned Spinach (Sigeumchi Namul)
A quick and healthy Korean side dish of blanched spinach tossed with garlic, green onion, sesame oil, soy sauce, salt, and toasted sesame seeds. Perfect as a banchan to serve with rice and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
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Critical Success Points
- • Blanch spinach only until bright green to retain texture and color
- • Squeeze out all excess water to avoid sogginess
- • Taste seasoning before mixing with spinach
Safety Warnings
- • Handle boiling water with care to avoid burns
- • Squeeze spinach over a sink to prevent splatter
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