Spring Cabbage Namul with Perilla Oil: A Quick and Flavorful Spring Delight
Spring Cabbage Namul with Perilla Oil: A Quick and Flavorful Spring Delight
Spring Cabbage Namul – (Super Simple) Truly Mild, Fragrant, and Delicious!
Had some spring cabbage left over from making soup? If you find making ‘geotjeori’ (fresh kimchi) tedious and prefer mild, simple side dishes like spinach, this recipe is for you! Made with plenty of perilla oil, it comes together incredibly fast. Guaranteed delicious, and even easier and tastier than spinach.
Main Ingredients- Spring cabbage, cut, 3 large handfuls
- Minced garlic, 1 Tbsp
- Minced green onion, 1.5 Tbsp
Seasoning- Salt, 0.5 Tbsp + (adjust to taste)
- Perilla oil, 2 Tbsp (generous amount for rich aroma)
- Salt, 0.5 Tbsp + (adjust to taste)
- Perilla oil, 2 Tbsp (generous amount for rich aroma)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Cut the spring cabbage into bite-sized pieces. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil with a pinch of salt. Blanch the cabbage for about 2 minutes. It’s important to keep it slightly crisp, so avoid overcooking.
Step 2
Immediately rinse the blanched cabbage under cold running water to cool it down. Squeeze out as much water as possible. Just like squeezing cucumbers or other vegetables, thoroughly wringing out the water prevents the namul from becoming watery and helps it absorb the seasoning well.
Step 3
To the squeezed cabbage, add the minced garlic and minced green onion. Now, add the seasoning ingredients: salt and perilla oil. Perilla oil has a wonderful aroma, so using 2 tablespoons generously will enhance the flavor significantly. Start with 0.5 tablespoon of salt and add more as needed after tasting.
Step 4
Gently toss all the ingredients and seasoning together. Mix without crushing the cabbage too much, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed. It’s ready to serve immediately!
Step 5
Your delicious spring cabbage namul is ready! Enjoy the crisp texture, savory taste, and the fragrant aroma of perilla oil that stimulates your appetite. It’s a perfect side dish for rice or to accompany other meals.
