Crisp Bean Sprouts, Chewy Enoki Mushrooms, and Sweet Carrots: A Harmonious Namul Salad
Super Simple & Delicious! Bean Sprout, Enoki Mushroom, and Carrot Salad Recipe
In seasons like these, with heavy fine dust and pollen, it’s great to eat foods that benefit our bodies. I’ve made a delicious seasoned vegetable dish by adding chewy enoki mushrooms and crisp, sweet carrots to fresh bean sprouts. It’s a fantastic side dish for rice and perfect when you don’t have much appetite!
Main Ingredients- 400g fresh, crisp bean sprouts
- 1 small packet of enoki mushrooms, for a chewy texture
- 1/2 carrot, for sweetness and crunch
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil, for nutty aroma
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, for a delightful texture
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onion, for freshness
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil, for nutty aroma
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, for a delightful texture
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onion, for freshness
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gently rinse the fresh bean sprouts under cool running water a couple of times. This step helps remove any dirt or loose skins, ensuring a cleaner and more pleasant flavor for your namul.
Step 2
Julienne the carrot as thinly as possible. Trim the root end of the enoki mushrooms and gently separate them with your hands. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Blanch the enoki mushrooms, bean sprouts, and carrots briefly, about 15-30 seconds each. Be careful not to overcook them, as they will lose their crispness. Immediately rinse the blanched vegetables in cold water to stop the cooking process.
Step 3
Drain the blanched vegetables thoroughly in a colander. Excess water can dilute the dressing and affect the taste, so gently press them to remove as much moisture as possible.
Step 4
Place the drained bean sprouts, enoki mushrooms, and carrots into a large bowl. Add the chopped green onion, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, and salt. A key tip here: don’t add all the salt at once! Start with a smaller amount and gradually add more while tasting, adjusting to your personal preference. Once seasoned to your liking, gently mix everything together with your hands.
Step 5
Your delicious namul salad, featuring the crispness of bean sprouts, the chewiness of enoki mushrooms, and the vibrant color of carrots, is now complete! It’s absolutely wonderful served over a bowl of freshly steamed hot rice.
