Korean Bean Sprout Salad

    This works for any banchan (Korean side dish), try it with shredded cabbage, sliced cucumbers, or julienned zucchini.

    • 2 c. fresh mung bean sprouts
    • 2 t. olive oil
    • 2 t. toasted sesame oil
    • 2 t. rice vinegar
    • 1/4 t. gochugaru (red pepper powder)
    • pinch of sugar
    • pinch of sea salt
    • 1/2 t. roasted sesame seeds

    Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the sprouts for less than one minute.  Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.

    Whisk together all of the other ingredients in a bowl and add the sprouts, chill until serving time.