SESAME SPINACH

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I love this recipe! The sesame oil and sesame seeds flavor the fresh spinach quite nicely. And it's so quick and easy to prepare. It makes a great side dish for nearly any Japanese entree.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Vegetables

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lb baby spinach, rinsed and dried
3 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 tsp cane sugar or maple syrup
1 1/3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce,
1/2 tsp rice vinegar or mirin
1/2 tsp dark sesame oil

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a full boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. Blanch the spinach in the boiling water for 20 to 30 seconds, then use tongs to transfer the spinach to the ice water. Drain and squeeze excess water from the spinach. Chop coarsely.
  • 2. Next, make the dressing. Toast the sesame seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, shaking the pan constantly until seeds turn light golden brown and have a "nutty" fragrance. Transfer 2 tablespoons of the sesame seeds to a mortar and pestle or spice mill, reserving the remainder for garnish. Allow it to cool, and then grind the seeds just until crushed.
  • 3. Combine the soy sauce and sugar (or maple syrup in a small bowl, and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Add the rice vinegar (or mirin), then stir in the sesame seeds. Toss the dressing with the spinach until it's lightly coated with the dressing.
  • 4. To serve, drizzle the sesame oil and reserved sesame seeds over the spinach, and serve immediately.

zeeshan Wahab
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for quick and easy weeknight meals, and this one fits the bill perfectly. It's healthy, delicious, and my kids love it. Thanks so much!


Stanley Arinze
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I've already made it twice and my family loves it. Thanks for sharing!


Eteme Stanley
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I'm really surprised by all the negative comments. I thought this recipe was great! The sesame dressing was delicious and the spinach was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


ayman mofreh
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This recipe is a complete waste of time. The sesame dressing was watery and the spinach was tasteless. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Nompumelelo Mirriam
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I'm really disappointed with this recipe. The sesame dressing was bland and the spinach was mushy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Jemar Stewart
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This recipe is a disaster! The sesame dressing was way too salty, and the spinach was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Rogers Davis
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I think it needs a few tweaks to really shine. I would add more garlic and ginger, and I would also use a different type of vinegar.


superbig cool kids we have fun
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The sesame dressing was a bit too sweet for me. I think I'll try it again with less sugar next time.


Giorgi Buchukuri
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This recipe was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less oil next time.


Joey Legroulx
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook spinach, and this recipe is a winner. The sesame dressing is so unique and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mdemran Mdemran
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sesame dressing, and they ate all of their spinach.


Astrcr1t Why
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the sesame spinach turned out perfectly. It was so flavorful and satisfying. My family loved it!


Crystal Prllegrin
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This dish is so delicious and healthy! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Er Ar
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach, but this recipe changed my mind. The sesame dressing is amazing, and the spinach is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


StickyKeys
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This sesame spinach recipe is a keeper! The flavors are incredible, and it's so quick and easy to make. I added a bit of garlic and ginger to mine, and it took it to the next level.


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