Kongnamul (Korean Seasoned Soybean Sprouts)
Kongnamul (Korean Seasoned Soybean Sprouts) offers a crisp-tender bite with a nutty richness from sesame oil, balanced by soy sauce and a gentle heat from gochugaru. A hint of rice vinegar brightens each mouthful, making it a refreshing banchan that pairs well with grilled meats or a simple bowl of rice.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add the bean sprouts and cook, uncovered, until tender but still crisp, about 15 seconds.
- 3
Drain in a colander, then immediately submerge in ice water for several minutes to halt the cooking. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- 4
Whisk the sesame oil, soy sauce, Korean chile powder, sesame seeds, and garlic together in a large bowl.
- 5
Stir in the bean sprouts and toss to coat; sprinkle with the green onions and season with the rice wine vinegar. Refrigerate before serving.
- Calories 523.35 kcal High
- Protein 5.72 g Moderate
- Carbs 103.58 g Moderate
- Total Fat 15.2 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.12 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 484.33 mg High
- Fiber 0.42 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.19 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 99.97 mg Low Source
- Iron 4.26 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1237.42 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 101.38 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 4.9 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
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