Sesame Steamed Spinach

Name: Sesame Steamed Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1/2 c. water; 3 lb. spinach; 4 tsp. sesame oil; 4 tsp. rice-wine vinegar; 2 tbsp. roasted sesame seeds; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Published: May 20, 2010

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

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Although 3 pounds may seem like too much spinach, the leaves wilt quickly when heated. For best results, toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant and starting to turn golden, shaking pan to color evenly.

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Ingredients

1/2 cup water
3 lb. spinach
4 tsp. sesame oil
4 tsp. rice-wine vinegar
2 Tbsp. roasted sesame seeds
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

1. Step 1Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add spinach one bunch at a time, covering pan after each addition and adding more spinach once the prior batch has wilted. When all spinach is in the pan, let steam, covered, until completely wilted, about 30 seconds.
2. Step 2Drain spinach in a colander, pressing down with a wooden spoon to extract as much liquid as possible; let cool slightly.
3. Step 3Transfer spinach to a serving bowl, and drizzle with sesame oil, vinegar, and half the toasted sesame seeds. Toss well to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled, and garnish with remaining sesame seeds.