Spicy and Refreshing Red Seasoned Bean Sprouts
How to Make Spicy Bean Sprouts Seasoned with Gochugaru – A Red Bean Sprout Recipe
Enjoy this refreshing bean sprout salad with its satisfyingly crunchy texture! This recipe features red bean sprouts seasoned with gochugaru (Korean chili powder), making it visually appealing and incredibly flavorful. It’s a perfect side dish that complements any Korean meal and can even be a great accompaniment to drinks. Get ready to elevate your meal with this easy and delicious red seasoned bean sprout recipe!
Ingredients- 300g fresh bean sprouts
- 1/2 stalk of green onion, finely chopped
- A small amount of carrot, thinly julienned
Seasoning- 1/2 Tbsp soup soy sauce (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract (for deep flavor)
- 2 pinches of salt (to adjust seasoning)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (for aroma)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder, for spiciness)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for nutty flavor and shine)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish and nutty finish)
- 1/2 Tbsp soup soy sauce (for umami)
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract (for deep flavor)
- 2 pinches of salt (to adjust seasoning)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic (for aroma)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder, for spiciness)
- 1 Tbsp perilla oil (for nutty flavor and shine)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish and nutty finish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the bean sprouts thoroughly under running water to remove any debris. It’s important to eliminate any ‘beany’ smell and maintain a crisp texture. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the rinsed bean sprouts and cook with the lid *off* for exactly 3 minutes. (Tip: Keeping the lid off prevents excess moisture from making the sprouts mushy).
Step 2
After boiling for 3 minutes, immediately drain the bean sprouts and rinse them under cold running water to cool them down quickly. This step helps preserve their crunchy texture. Once drained, gently squeeze the bean sprouts by hand to remove as much excess water as possible. Excess water can dilute the seasoning and make the dish watery.
Step 3
Finely chop the green onion and thinly julienne the carrot. These will add color and texture to your bean sprout salad. Having them prepped makes seasoning much easier.
Step 4
Add the chopped green onion and julienned carrot to the squeezed bean sprouts. Now it’s time to add the delicious seasonings! Combine 1/2 Tbsp soup soy sauce, 1 Tbsp tuna extract, 2 pinches of salt, 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, and 1 Tbsp perilla oil.
Step 5
Put on disposable gloves and gently toss the bean sprouts with the seasonings using your hands until everything is well combined. Be careful not to squeeze too hard, as this can break the sprouts. Finish by sprinkling some sesame seeds on top for a nutty aroma. Your delicious red seasoned bean sprouts are now ready to be enjoyed! Serve as a side dish or over rice.
