20 Korean Dishes Under $20

sprouted mung beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and cheaper than sprouted beans.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and similar in flavor.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili provides heat without added preservatives.

Blanch the sprouted mung beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender.

Drain and rinse the beans under cold water to stop cooking.

Finely chop the minced garlic.

In a mixing bowl, combine the blanched beans, minced garlic, and other ingredients.

Add gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt to the bowl.

Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top before serving.

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