5 from 44 votes
Simply Seasoned Korean Spinach Salad (Sigeumchi Namul)
Simply Seasoned Korean Spinach Salad, or Sigeumchi Namul, features briefly blanched spinach seasoned with sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, garlic, green onion, and salt. The spinach is quickly cooked and chilled to retain a tender, moist texture and fresh flavor. This salad adds a subtle, nutty taste and a delicate balance that complements many Korean meals and can accompany rice and side dishes for an easy vegetable option.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
48 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Korean
Ingredients
Main
- 250 g spinach or baby spinach (9 ounces, English
- 1 tsp salt to add to the water, fine sea salt
- 6 cups water to boil
Seasoning sauce
- 1 tsp green onion , finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp salt or to taste, fine sea salt
- 1 tsp sesame seeds toasted
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Trim the spinach roots (if any) and wash the spinach in cold water thoroughly.
- Boil water in a pot or saucepan for 5 to 7 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Once the water starts boiling, plunge the spinach into the pot and let it cook for 30 seconds.
- Drain the water and rinse the spinach under cold water for 1-2 minutes. Gently squeeze the spinach to remove excess water.
- Divide the spinach into 2-3 pieces using a knife. (If using baby spinach, you can skip this step.)
- Add the seasoning sauce and mix well with your hands.
- Serve with a bowl of rice and an assortment of Korean side dishes for a complete meal.
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Notes
- Use about 1 teaspoon of salt in the boiling water to season the spinach during blanching.
- Gently squeeze the spinach after rinsing with cold water to avoid excess water diluting the seasoning.
- If using baby spinach, cutting into pieces is optional depending on leaf size.
- Serve the salad as a side dish with rice and other Korean accompaniments for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Information
Calories
48kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Sodium
795mg
(33%)
Potassium
348mg
(7%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Vitamin A
5860IU
(117%)
Vitamin C
17.6mg
(20%)
Calcium
78mg
(8%)
Iron
1.8mg
(10%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 48
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 48kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Sodium | 795mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 348mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 5860IU | 117% |
| Vitamin C | 17.6mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.