Description
Korean bean sprout salad dances with crisp freshness and zesty sesame notes. Quick and simple, this traditional banchan delivers authentic Korean flavor that delights your palate with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) mung bean sprouts or soy bean sprouts
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 4 teaspoons (20 milliliters) regular soy sauce
- 4 teaspoons (20 milliliters) toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon salt
Aromatic Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Meticulously cleanse the bean sprouts under cold running water, agitating them gently to eliminate any residual impurities. Repeat the rinsing process multiple times until the water becomes crystal clear, then thoroughly drain the sprouts.
- Fill a spacious pot with water and ignite the heat to its maximum setting. Once the water reaches a vigorous boil, carefully submerge the bean sprouts and allow them to blanch for approximately 45-60 seconds, ensuring they remain crisp and vibrant.
- Immediately transfer the blanched sprouts to a colander and cascade cold water over them, rapidly cooling the vegetables and halting the cooking process. Gently shake the colander to remove excess moisture, creating a perfectly dry texture.
- Craft a harmonious sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, crushed sesame seeds, finely minced garlic, delicately chopped green onions, and a pinch of salt in a generous mixing bowl. Blend the ingredients until they create a cohesive, aromatic mixture.
- Introduce the impeccably drained bean sprouts into the sauce, using gentle folding motions to ensure each sprout becomes luxuriously coated with the flavorful dressing. Distribute the seasonings evenly, creating a uniform and tantalizing side dish.
- Refrigerate briefly to enhance the flavors, then serve chilled as a refreshing and zesty accompaniment to your meal. The sprouts should glisten with a light, fragrant coating that promises a delightful culinary experience.
Notes
- Quick, refreshing Korean side dish bursting with crisp texture and savory sesame flavors.
- Minimal ingredients transform simple bean sprouts into a restaurant-quality banchan in just minutes.
- Traditional recipe offers lightweight, nutritious accompaniment perfect for balancing heavier Korean main courses.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg