Sesame Spinach

Sesame Spinach is a delightful and nutritious Korean breakfast dish featuring tender spinach dressed in a savory sesame sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for starting your day with a burst of flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Green onion - 1 stalk, finely chopped

Steps

1. Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or grit.
2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Blanch the spinach for about 1-2 minutes until wilted.
3. Drain the spinach in a colander and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze out any excess water and set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
5. Add the blanched spinach to the bowl and toss gently to coat the spinach evenly with the dressing.
6. Transfer the sesame spinach to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onion before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 90
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from spinach, promoting eye health and immune function.
• High in healthy fats from sesame oil and seeds, which are beneficial for heart health.

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