Pimpinella brachycarpa facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pimpinella brachycarpa
chamnamul flower
Scientific classification
Genus:	Pimpinella
Species:	brachycarpa

Spuriopimpinella brachycarpa (also known as Pimpinella brachycarpa) is a plant species often called chamnamul or short-fruit pimpinella. It belongs to the Pimpinella genus, which is part of the parsley family. This plant has a pleasant smell and features oval-shaped leaves with saw-like edges. Its white flowers bloom between June and August, and its young leaves are edible.

Cooking with Chamnamul

Like many other plants in the parsley family, chamnamul has aromatic leaves. This makes it a popular plant to use as a culinary herb in cooking.

Chamnamul in Korean Food

In Korean cuisine, the smooth leaves and crunchy stems of young chamnamul are often served fresh or lightly cooked. They are used to make a popular spring dish called namul, which is a seasoned vegetable dish.

In North Korea, chamnamul-kimchi is a well-known dish. It was even known as a favorite of Kim Il-Sung, a famous leader. More recently, in South Korea, chamnamul is becoming a popular ingredient in new and exciting ways. It's often used in "Korean-style Western food" recipes, which mix Korean flavors with dishes like pasta or pesto. Imagine chamnamul pasta – yummy!

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  Chamnamul pasta

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  Chamnamul-muchim made of fresh chamnamul

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  Chamnamul-muchim made of blanched chamnamul

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  Jeonbok-chamnamul-buchimgae (abalone and chamnamul pancake)