Royal Fern Namul with a Secret Sauce Recipe

Name: Royal Fern Namul with a Secret Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 125 grams Japanese royal fern (boiled) 'zenmai'; 1 clove Garlic (grated); 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Mirin; 1/2 tsp Sugar; 1/2 tsp Beef soup stock granules (Dashida); 1 dash Pepper; 1 tsp Sesame oil (finishing touch); 2 tbsp Water; 2 tsp Toasted sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1
Boil the fern, drain the water, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
2
If making this for bibimbap, cut into short pieces so that it will blend with the rice.
3
Place all of the ingredients, except for the sesame seeds and sesame oil, into a frying pan.
4
Add the fern and mix the seasoning in well.
5
If the fern becomes tangled at this point, untangle it piece by piece.
6
Turn the heat to medium and simmer until the fern plumps up and the sauce boils down.
7
Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds to finish.
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This is so easy to make if you have the secret sauce!
9
Just combine the garlic with this sauce and a little bit of water.
10
Combine it with the fern.
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Then it's just the same as Step 3!
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Drizzle with sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds to finish.
13
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 125 grams Japanese royal fern (boiled) 'zenmai', 1 clove Garlic (grated), 1 tbsp Soy sauce, 2 tbsp Sake, and more.

Yes, Royal Fern Namul with a Secret Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Royal Fern Namul with a Secret Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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