Simple and Delicious Seasoned Spinach (Sigeumchi Muchim) with Fish Sauce
Simple and Delicious Seasoned Spinach (Sigeumchi Muchim) with Fish Sauce
Easy Seasoned Spinach Recipe: Umami Boost with Fish Sauce
Whenever I see spinach, my mind immediately goes to kimbap! Today, though, we’ll skip the kimbap and focus on a refreshing seasoned spinach dish. Using fish sauce imparts a wonderful savory depth that makes this a perfect side dish that pairs incredibly well with rice. Let’s make a healthy and delicious meal with this quick and easy spinach recipe!
Main Ingredients- Spinach 200g (approx. 1 bunch)
Seasoning Ingredients- Sesame seeds 1/3 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 1/3 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (anchovy or sand lance) 1.5 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1/3 Tbsp
- Sesame seeds 1/3 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 1/3 Tbsp
- Fish sauce (anchovy or sand lance) 1.5 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1/3 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
I’ve got a bunch of fresh spinach here. It’s a bit pricey these days, isn’t it? It would be nice if prices were a little more reasonable, but fresh vegetables are always a good choice for health!
Step 2
Trim the root ends of the spinach and remove any yellowed leaves. Bring a pot of water to a boil with a pinch of coarse salt, and blanch the spinach for just 15-30 seconds. Be careful not to overcook it, as it will become mushy.
Step 3
Immediately after blanching, rinse the spinach quickly under cold running water to cool it down. This step helps maintain the spinach’s crisp texture and vibrant green color.
Step 4
Gently squeeze out excess water from the spinach and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Place the spinach in a bowl and add all the seasoning ingredients (sesame seeds, sesame oil, fish sauce, minced garlic). Gently toss and mix everything together with your hands until well combined. Your delicious seasoned spinach is ready!
