Garlicky Doraji Namul (Korean Bellflower)
Tender, chewy bellflower root tossed with garlic, sesame, and a salty-savory sauce. This classic Korean side dish is bright, nutty, and ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 2g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak dried doraji in warm water for 5 minutes until softened, then squeeze dry.
Step 2
Boil a pot of salted water and cook doraji for 5–7 minutes until tender and chewy.
Step 3
Drain well and transfer to a bowl.
Step 4
Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Add cooked doraji to the skillet with soy sauce and gochugaru; toss for 1 minute until coated.
Step 6
Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Tools you’ll need
- pot
- skillet
- strainer or colander
- mixing bowl
- spoon or spatula
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