Mung Bean Sprout Side Dish (Sukjunamul-muchim)

Steps

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1. 1
   Bring 8 cups of water to a boil and blanch the mung bean sprouts for 1 minute uncovered.
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2. 2
   Drain the sprouts and immediately shock them with cold water to stop the cooking and maintain crispness.
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3. 3
   Rinse once more with cold water and gently rub the sprouts to remove the bean skins.
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4. 4
   Transfer the drained sprouts to a bowl. Mince 2 large garlic cloves and 2 green onions.
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5. 5
   Add 2 tsp fish sauce (or 1.5 tsp salt if vegetarian), 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp sesame seeds.
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6. 6
   Mix everything together with your hands until the sprouts are evenly coated with the seasonings.
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