Korean Seasoned Coastal Hogfennel Greens
Coastal hogfennel - bangpung - is a wild herb from Korea's seaside cliffs, prized for its pungent, celery-like aroma. Blanched one minute in salted water to tame bitterness while preserving herbal fragrance, the greens are dressed simply with doenjang, garlic, and sesame oil. Minimal seasoning lets the herb's character lead. A seasonal specialty from spring markets in coastal regions like Gangwon-do and Jeju.
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Instructions
- 1
Trim tough stems from bangpung greens and wash.
- 2
Blanch in salted boiling water for 1 minute, then rinse in cold water.
- 3
Squeeze dry and cut into bite-size pieces.
- 4
Mix doenjang, garlic, and sesame oil.
- 5
Toss greens with seasoning and sprinkle sesame seeds.
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