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Five Simple Korean Side Dishes (Banchan)

Recipe by Jane's Home

A collection of five quick and easy Korean banchan – seasoned bean sprouts, blanched spinach, tangy cucumber‑pickle salad, braised tofu, and rolled egg omelette. Perfect to round out any Korean meal and ready in under an hour.

EasyKoreanServes 4

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Source Video
31m
Prep
34m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 15m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$9.79
Total cost
$2.45
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Blanching the bean sprouts without overcooking
  • Squeezing excess water from vegetables
  • Pan‑frying tofu until golden brown
  • Adding braising sauce and covering to finish tofu
  • Rolling the egg omelette on low heat

Safety Warnings

  • Handle boiling water with care to avoid burns
  • Use tongs or a spatula when pan‑frying tofu to prevent splatter
  • Watch the hot oil closely; do not leave unattended
  • Use a sharp knife safely when slicing vegetables and tofu

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