Dak Bokkeum with Spinach (Korean Stewed Chicken with Spinach)

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Dak Bokkeum with Spinach (Korean Stewed Chicken with Spinach)
85 min.
6
474kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of Dak Bokkeum with Spinach, a traditional Korean stewed chicken dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. This recipe combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a vibrant mix of fresh spinach and aromatic ingredients, creating a wholesome meal that is both satisfying and nutritious. With a health score of 52, this dish is not only delicious but also aligns with your dietary preferences, being gluten-free and dairy-free.

Imagine the rich, savory aroma wafting through your kitchen as you marinate the chicken in a blend of gochujang, garlic, and ginger, infusing it with a depth of flavor that is quintessentially Korean. The addition of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds adds a nutty finish, while the crushed red pepper provides just the right amount of heat to tantalize your taste buds.

This recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner, serving up to six people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Paired with perfectly cooked short-grain white rice, Dak Bokkeum with Spinach is a complete meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that brings the heart of Korean cuisine right to your table!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach fresh
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • tablespoons sesame oil dark
  • tablespoons garlic fresh minced
  • tablespoons ginger minced peeled
  • 0.3 cup to-ban-jan (Korean chile sauce)
  • 0.3 cup spring onion ()
  • 0.8 cup spring onion ()
  • 2.5 tablespoons soy sauce 
  • tablespoon sesame seed toasted
  • 1.5 cups short grain rice white uncooked
  • pounds chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Combine the first 8 ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in chicken. Cover and marinate 30 minutes.
  2. Place rice in a medium saucepan; cover with water to 2 inches above rice. Stir rice; drain. Repeat procedure twice.
  3. Add 1 1/2 cups water to drained rice in pan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes.
  5. While rice cooks, bring 1/3 cup water to a boil in a Dutch oven.
  6. Add chicken mixture; bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Uncover and simmer 10 minutes or until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat; stir in green onion tops and spinach.
  8. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  9. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories474kcal
Protein30.24%
Fat26.11%
Carbs43.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43
Glycemic Load
32.02
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
37.660434557044%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
1.74mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
2.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:473.6kcal
23.68%
Fat:13.89g
21.37%
Saturated Fat:2.74g
17.14%
Carbohydrates:52.26g
17.42%
Net Carbohydrates:44.94g
16.34%
Sugar:3.49g
3.88%
Cholesterol:143.64mg
47.88%
Sodium:621.13mg
27.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.21g
72.42%
Vitamin K:167.83µg
159.84%
Vitamin A:6389.35IU
127.79%
Selenium:45.7µg
65.29%
Vitamin B3:12.49mg
62.44%
Vitamin B6:1.15mg
57.69%
Manganese:1.12mg
56.06%
Folate:186.38µg
46.59%
Phosphorus:412.57mg
41.26%
Vitamin E:6.06mg
40.37%
Iron:6.89mg
38.26%
Vitamin B1:0.5mg
33.25%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.32%
Fiber:7.32g
29.28%
Vitamin B5:2.65mg
26.5%
Potassium:900.18mg
25.72%
Zinc:3.82mg
25.45%
Magnesium:100.08mg
25.02%
Copper:0.45mg
22.58%
Vitamin B12:0.97µg
16.13%
Vitamin C:10.81mg
13.11%
Calcium:118.72mg
11.87%
Source:My Recipes