Savory Perilla Seed Powder Spinach Salad
Delicious Perilla Seed Powder Spinach Salad – Perfect for Kids!
Made with seasonal spinach, which is especially flavorful right now, this dish is packed with the nutty taste and nutrients of perilla seed powder. It’s a simple yet healthy side dish that the whole family can enjoy.
Main Ingredients
- 1 small bunch spinach
- 1 tsp salt (for blanching)
Seasoning Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder
- 2 pinches of MSG-enhanced salt (or fine salt)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
- 2 Tbsp perilla seed powder
- 2 pinches of MSG-enhanced salt (or fine salt)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp perilla oil
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by preparing the spinach. Remove any yellowed or bruised leaves. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and carefully place the spinach roots-down into the boiling water. Blanch for just about 1 minute. This quick blanching helps preserve the spinach’s crisp texture and vibrant nutrients.
Step 2
Immediately after blanching, transfer the spinach to a bowl of cold water. Gently swish it around 2-3 times to rinse thoroughly and remove any residual impurities. Once cooled, gently tear the spinach into bite-sized pieces. Then, firmly squeeze out as much water as possible. Properly draining the spinach is key to preventing a watery and bland final dish.
Step 3
To the drained spinach, add all the seasoning ingredients: perilla seed powder, minced garlic, MSG-enhanced salt (or fine salt), perilla oil, and chopped green onion. If you don’t have perilla oil, you can substitute it with sesame oil for a different, but still delicious, nutty aroma.
Step 4
Gently toss everything together until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the spinach. Be careful not to overmix; a gentle hand will keep the spinach tender and crisp. Ensure the perilla seed powder is well incorporated without clumps.
Step 5
Your savory Perilla Seed Powder Spinach Salad is now ready! The natural sweetness of the spinach beautifully complements the rich, nutty flavor of the perilla seeds. This dish is wonderfully mild and nutritious, making it an excellent choice for a diet meal, a healthy side for children, or a low-sodium option.
