Kongnamul Muchim (Seasoned Bean Sprouts)

• Prep & Cook Time: 10 min.

Nutrition Info per serving

• Calories 72
• Fat 4 g
• Carbohydrates 5.9 g
• Sodium 590 mg

Ingredients

• 1 pound of bean sprouts
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 minced scallions
• 2 minced cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tsp.sesame seeds
• Salt to taste
• 1-2 tsps gochugaru (optional, for a spicier version)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (optional, for a spicier version)

Preparation:

1. Make sure sprouts are washed, then place in a saucepan with a tightly fitting lid and add 1 tsp salt and 1 cup water.  Cover and cook over high heat, undisturbed, for 6-7 minutes.
2. Drain well and quickly plunge into a bowl of ice water (this process, known as shocking, stops the cooking process and maintains texture and color).  Drain, then toss with the remaining ingredients and serve.