Blanched spinach

Nearly any vegetable can benefit from this classic Korean treatment.

Blanched spinach dressed in a savory nutty sesame sauce, this Japanese Spinach Salad with Sesame Dressing (Gomaae) is a healthy veggie side dish that goes well with everything.

If you have any spinach skeptics in your life, this simple Korean side dish (banchan) will turn them into believers.

This Korean seasoned spinach side dish (sigeumchi-namul) recipe is made of blanched spinach, green onions, soy sauce, sesame seed oil, minced garlic,…

Some people like to add soy sauce but I think the Sigeumchi Namul is fine without it. But feel free to add a splash if you think it needs it. *Do not use baby spinach, or bagged baby spinach leaves from the grocery store for this. If you can, buy the spinach bundles. You can definitely find this at Hmart, or any Asian or Korean grocery store.

This Chinese stir fry spinach with garlic is a tasty addition to any meal. You need some basic ingredients & 10 minutes to prepare this dish.

Blanched spinach dressed in a savory nutty sesame sauce, this Japanese Spinach Salad with Sesame Dressing (Gomaae) is a healthy veggie side dish that goes well with everything.

Chinese spinach salad is a cold appetizer that features tender blanched spinach and crispy peanuts tossed in a gingery vinegar dressing. It's a simple and highly nutritious dish that is perfect to complete your weekday meal. {Vegan, Gluten-Free Adaptable}

Korean restaurants always bring out an assortment of yummy sides to go along with the meal, but at home it’s usually just a dish of kim chee. Tonight I am serving up a small assortment of side dishes, blanched spinach, fried tofu and of course kimchi. This simple spinach dish was absolutely delish and made me feel as if I were eating a dish that was truly authentic. If you’re someone who loves your food extra spicy, adjust the chili pepper paste (gochujang) according to your own personal…

Blanching spinach without removing the nutrients doesn't have to be difficult.