Sesame Spinach
Blanched spinach is squeezed dry and dressed with crushed roasted sesame for a nutty side dish.
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JapaneseFood
10 minPrep
5 minCook
15 minTotal
EasyDifficulty
Ingredients
Method
- Wash spinach thoroughly and trim root ends; grind sesame seeds coarsely.
- Boil spinach stems for 30 seconds, then submerge leaves for another 30–60 seconds until wilted.
- Cool under running water, squeeze gently and cut into 4 cm lengths.
- Mix sesame, soy sauce, sugar and measured water; fold through spinach and serve.
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Tips
- Squeeze in small bundles so the dressing is not diluted.
- Use roasted sesame for fragrance; raw seeds need to be toasted first.
Original recipe by the FileYay team. Amounts are a starting point, so taste and adjust as you go.