Spicy Bean Sprout Salad

Method2 steps · about 25 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Put 1/2 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large pot and spread bean sprouts (16 oz) over. Close with a lid and bring the pot over med-high heat and cook for 6 minutes (You will need to lower the heat a little after about 3 minutes). Do not open the lid during the cooking time. When done, toss the bean sprouts in the liquid first, then strain them out. Discard the liquid.

   Steam Bean Sprouts · 6 minUses 16 oz bean sprouts (cleaned) · 1/2 cup water · 1/2 tsp salt

2. 2

   Step 2: Place the sprouts in a large mixing bowl and add chili flakes, green onion (2), garlic powder (1/2 tsp), Korean soy sauce for soup, sesame oil (2 tsp), and the sesame seeds (1 tbsp), and fresh red chili (1) (if using). Toss well to combine with your hand to incorporate the seasoning with the sprouts. Season with salt according to your taste.

   Uses 1/2-1 tbsp Korean chili flakes (gochugaru) · 2 green onion finely chopped · 1/2 tsp garlic powder · 2 tsp Korean soup soy sauce (gukganjang) · 2 tsp sesame oil · 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds · extra salt to season (if needed.) · 1 fresh red chili (sliced, optional)