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Addictively spicy! Spicy Soybean Sprout Namul

4.5

(124 reviews)

Time

approx. 10mins

Here’s a popular spicy namul that’s always a welcome addition to the table. Using soybean sprouts gives it a satisfying crunchy texture. The nutty aroma of sesame oil and just-right heat make it a perfect match for drinks. You can also customize it by adding cucumber, pea shoots, spinach, or other vegetables besides the soybean sprouts. Why not serve it with your evening drink?

  • Calories

    175kcal

  • Carbs

    5.6g

  • Fat

    14.5g

  • Protein

    5.3g

  • Net Carbs

    2.3g

  • Sodium

    1061.1mg

* per serving

* Nutritional values are based on the Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan and may differ from U.S. food composition data.

* Sodium is estimated from the recipe's salt content (1 g salt ≈ 393 mg sodium).

Ingredients [ 2 servings ]

  • soybean sprouts1 bag (200 g)
  • garlic chives½ bag (50 g)
  • toasted sesame seeds1 teaspoon

☆ Seasoning

  • sesame oil2 tablespoons
  • soy sauce1 tablespoon
  • doubanjiang1 teaspoon
  • chicken stock powder1 teaspoon
  • grated garlic½ teaspoon
Cooking notes

Please Note

Ingredients may vary by product and region. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, please review all ingredient labels carefully before cooking. Consult your doctor or a registered dietitian if you have any health concerns.

Instructions

1

Cut the garlic chives into 1 ¼-inch (3 cm) lengths. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the soybean sprouts and garlic chives, and boil for 30 seconds. Drain well and let cool slightly.

2

Put the seasonings marked with ☆ in a bowl and mix. Add the ingredients from step 1 and toss to coat.

3

Add the toasted sesame seeds and mix thoroughly. Serve.

Reviews

4.5

(124 reviews)

*Automatically translated from reviews posted in Japan.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I made this with a mixed vegetable pack from the supermarket♪ It’s super easy since you just boil and mix it.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    My family doesn’t handle spicy food well, so I added some honey. It turned out delicious. Next time, I think I might try microwaving the soybean sprouts and garlic chives.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I made this using only soybean sprouts. You could eat it endlessly. It was tasty with regular bean sprouts too, but soybean sprouts have a better texture and are more satisfying to eat.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    This is the perfect snack to go with a beer in summer.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    Simply delicious!

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    Easy, delicious, and affordable—the perfect dish ✨

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I boiled them a little too long, but they were still delicious!! I think regular bean sprouts would work perfectly well too.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    It’s easy and delicious. It’s a good idea to make a larger batch with about two bags of bean sprouts so you can keep some on hand.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I made this with regular bean sprouts. It was pleasantly spicy and delicious. → Later, I also made it with soybean sprouts.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I made this with regular bean sprouts and without sesame oil, and it was still plenty delicious! I microwaved the bean sprouts.