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Kongnamul-muchim
Boil a pot of salted water. Blanch sprouts 2โ3 minutes until the heads are just tender and the tails still snap. Drain and fan or rinse briefly so they stop cooking.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Kongnamul-muchim take?
15 min all in โ 10 min prep, 5 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Very easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Sesame. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at ยฝ tsp.
How much toasted sesame oil?
1 tbsp of Toasted sesame oil.
How much soy sauce?
ยฝ tsp (optional) of Soy sauce.
What can I use instead?
Soybean sprouts โ Mung bean sprouts. Softer, faster. Still a namul.
Any tips from this recipe?
Do not put a lid on the blanching pot if you are superstitious about the smell. Plenty of cooks still don't. A pinch of gochugaru makes a spicy muchim.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.