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Sigeumchi-namul
Blanch spinach 30–60 seconds in salted boiling water. Shock in cold water. Squeeze until almost dry, then cut into short lengths.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Sigeumchi-namul take?
11 min all in — 8 min prep, 3 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
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, Soy, Wheat. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Vegan.
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What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — 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 1 pinch.
How much toasted sesame oil?
1 tbsp of Toasted sesame oil.
How much soy sauce?
1 tsp of Soy sauce.
What can I use instead?
Spinach → Other tender greens. Call it namul, name the green.
Any tips from this recipe?
Stems are fine if they are tender. Woody supermarket stems can be trimmed. Make a double batch. It keeps two days.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.