Dinner: Korean spinach side dish (Sigeumchinamul: 시금치나물)

This spinach dish called "sigeumchi namul" a side dish that Koreans eat with rice. It'll be good recipe for vegetarians. full recipe: http://www.maangchi.com/recipes/sigumchi-namul Ingredients: • 1 bunch of spinach • 2 cloves of garlic • 1 green onion • 1.5 tbs of soy sauce • sesame oil and sesame seeds Directions: 1. In boiling water, add 1 ts of salt and blanch a bunch of spinach for 30 seconds after removing dead the leaves and roots. 2. Drain the cooked spinach and rinse it in cold water 3 times, and squeeze it gently to get the water out. 3. Cut the spinach a few times and set it aside. 4. Place 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 chopped green onion, 1.5 tbs of soy sauce and ½ tbs sesame oil in a large bowl and mix them all up with a spoon. 5. Place the spinach into the sauce and mix by hand. 6. Transfer the spinach onto a serving plate and sprinkle ½ tbs of toasted sesame seeds.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Sesame Seeds, Spinach

Health benefits of Korean spinach side dish (Sigeumchinamul: 시금치나물)

Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

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