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Sesame spinach
For this you'll need a spice grinder or pestle and mortar – grinding the sesame seeds really releases their flavour. In Japan this quick and easy dish (spinach gomae) is a commonly served as a starter at room temperature. Instead of sugar, use mirin for sweetness if you have it. This is also good with a dash sake.
Ingredients
- 450g spinach
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp soya sauce
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- black pepper
- sliced spring onions
Method
Prep time:
5 min
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Cooking time:
5 min
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Step 1
Blanch washed and prepared spinach in boiling water for a minute. Drain, cool and press out excess water. Slice roughly.
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Step 2
Toast sesame seeds in a frying pan and grind coarsely. Mix with the rest of the ingredients.
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Step 3
Toss spinach in the dressing. Serve at room temperature.