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Banchan Spinach Side

Blanched spinach is dressed with garlic, sesame oil, and soy for a tender, savory Korean side that comes together in minutes.

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Banchan Spinach Side plated Korean meal

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Banchan Spinach Side

Yield4
Prep10 min
Cook2 min
Total12 min

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Ingredients

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Method

5 steps

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spinach for 30 seconds, just until wilted.

  2. 2

    Drain and rinse under cool water. Squeeze out excess moisture and separate the leaves.

  3. 3

    Whisk garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, scallion, sugar, and vinegar.

  4. 4

    Toss the spinach with the dressing until evenly seasoned.

  5. 5

    Chill briefly or serve at room temperature as a banchan side.