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namul; Korean seasoned vegetable dish
A Korean side dish made from blanched or raw vegetables seasoned with sesame oil, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame seeds. Common in bibimbap and as a banchan (side dish). Well-known in Japan through Korean cuisine.
Usage
ナムル is a Korean loanword (나물) that has become widely known in Japan through the popularity of Korean cuisine. It typically refers to vegetables (such as bean sprouts, spinach, or carrots) that are briefly cooked and seasoned with sesame oil, garlic, and salt.
Common varieties
- もやしのナムル (bean sprout namul — the most common)
- ほうれん草のナムル (spinach namul)
- にんじんのナムル (carrot namul)
- 三色ナムル (three-color namul — a combination)