Sigeumchi Namul (Blanched Spinach)

• Prep & Cook Time: 20 min.

Nutrition Info per serving

• Calories 40
• Fat 1.9 g
• Carbohydrates 4.7 g
• Sodium 143 g

Ingredients

• 1 bunch spinach, cleaned, 10-12 ounces
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1-2 minced scallions
• ½ tsp sugar
• 1 tsp each: soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and sesame seeds
• 2 tsps gochujang (optional, for a spicier version)
• Additional tsp soy sauce (optional, for a spicier version)

Preparation

1. Blanch spinach in boiling water, lightly salted, for about 45 seconds, then drain and shock in a bowl of ice water.
2. Let cool, then drain and squeeze out excess water.  Chop spinach roughly, then add remaining ingredients.  Let meld for about 10 minutes for optimum flavor.