Korean Garlic Scapes

Korean Garlic Scapes are a delicious and healthy appetizer featuring the unique flavor of garlic scapes, sautéed to perfection with a spicy and savory sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also brings a delightful crunch and freshness to your table.

Ingredients

• Garlic scapes - 200g
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Green onion - 1 stalk, chopped
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the garlic scapes thoroughly under cold water and trim the ends, cutting them into 5 cm pieces.
2. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat until shimmering.
3. Add the garlic scapes to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are tender but still crisp.
4. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, gochugaru, sugar, and salt together.
5. Pour the sauce over the sautéed garlic scapes and stir well to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress.
• Contains vitamins A and C, which are essential for immune function.

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