Side dishesMedium
Stir-fried Bottle Gourd Namul
Bak-namul-bokkeum is a gentle Korean side dish made with stir-fried bottle gourd, valued for its soft texture and clean flavor.
Prep 12minCook 10min4 servings
bak namul bokkeumbottle gourd side dishkorean summer banchanperilla vegetable stir frytraditional korean namullight korean side
Instructions
- 1
Peel bottle gourd, remove seeds, and slice thinly.
- 2
Sprinkle with a little salt, rest 5 minutes, then lightly squeeze.
- 3
Heat oil and sauté garlic and green onion.
- 4
Add gourd, stir-fry for 3 minutes, then add water and cook 4 more minutes.
- 5
Add perilla powder, stir until lightly thickened, and adjust seasoning.
Tips
Remove the seedy core well to avoid a mushy texture.
Add perilla powder near the end to keep flavor clean.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
64
kcal
Protein
2
g
Carbs
7
g
Fat
3
g
Adjust Servings
2servings
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