10-min. Easy Korean Bean Sprout Salad (Sukju Namul)
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10-min. Easy Korean Bean Sprout Salad (Sukju Namul)
Description
Sukju Namul features mung bean sprouts blanched briefly in boiling water to soften slightly without losing their crunch, then cooled immediately under cold water to stop cooking. The sprouts are well drained to reduce excess moisture. The dressing is a straightforward mixture of regular soy sauce for umami, toasted sesame oil and seeds for nutty richness, and fresh garlic and green onion which add pungency and brightness. A pinch of salt balances the seasoning.
This salad is typically served cold as a banchan (Korean side dish) alongside rice and main dishes, providing a crisp contrast to heavier flavors. It can be prepared in about 10 minutes, making it an accessible addition to Korean or other Asian-inspired meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb mung bean sprouts or soy bean sprouts
Sauce
- 4 teaspoon soy sauce regular
- 4 teaspoon sesame oil toasted
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds toasted
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green onion finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Under cold water, wash bean sprouts in a colander at least three times to remove the natural odors and until water runs clear. Strain the sprouts.
- In a large pot filled with enough water, bring to boil on high heat. Add bean sprouts and blanch for no more than 60 seconds. Strain immediately.
- Rinse the cooked bean sprouts under cold running water until they come to room temperature. Strain as much as the excess water as you can.
- In a large bowl, combine sauce ingredients and mix well.
- Add strained bean sprouts to large mixing bowl and mix well with sauce. Serve cold as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4as a side
Amount Per Serving
Calories 79 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 79kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 634mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 69IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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