Japanese

Spinach Goma-aeほうれん草の胡麻和え

by Savory of my Trips

Tender spinach dressed with toasted sesame, soy sauce and a little sweetness.

Spinach Goma-ae — ほうれん草の胡麻和え
Prep10 min Cook3 min Serves 2 Servingserving

Ingredients

  • 200 g fresh spinach ほうれん草
  • 2 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds いりごま approximately 18 g
  • 2 tsp soy sauce 醤油
  • 1½ tsp sugar 砂糖
  • 1 –2 tsp water 水 as needed

Steps

  1. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the spinach stems first, followed by the leaves. Cook for 45–60 seconds, until just tender.

    Water 水 Spinach ほうれん草

  2. Transfer to cold water, then drain. Gently squeeze out excess water and cut into 4 cm lengths.

    Water 水

  3. Grind the sesame seeds in a mortar, leaving some texture. Mix with the soy sauce and sugar. Add enough water to make a thick dressing.

    Sesame seed いりごま Soy sauce 醤油 Sugar 砂糖 Water 水

  4. Separate the spinach pieces and toss thoroughly with the dressing.

    Spinach ほうれん草