Sukju Namul (Mung Bean Sprout Salad)

Mung bean sprouts, carrot, and green onion are dressed with garlic and sesame oil in this quick and easy salad known as sukju namul.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 409 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 cups water
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
• ¼ teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 pound mung bean sprouts
• 1 baby carrot, cut into matchsticks
• 1 green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add mung beans; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cool running water to stop the cooking process. Drain well; transfer to a bowl.

Step 2

Combine baby carrot and green onion in a small microwave-safe bowl. Cover with water and place in the microwave for 30 seconds. Drain.

Step 3

Stir baby carrot and green onion into the bean sprouts in the bowl. Add sesame oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and sesame seeds; mix by hand until combined.