goma-e

hot flash cook

Hot Flash Cook Goma-e

serves 4

ingredients

• 1 lb spinach, fresh

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• 3 tbsp sesame seeds

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• 2 tbsp coconut aminos

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• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

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• 1 tbsp mirin
• 1 tsp sesame oil

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• 1 clove garlic, minced

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• Salt to taste

method

1. Blanch spinach in boiling salted water for 1–2 minutes until just tender.
2. Drain well and squeeze out excess moisture by wrapping in a clean cloth.
3. Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Do not burn.
4. Grind toasted sesame seeds with a mortar and pestle until mostly crushed with some whole seeds remaining (or use a food processor briefly).
5. In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, honey, mirin, sesame oil, and minced garlic.
6. Add the ground sesame mixture to the dressing and stir well.
7. Toss the blanched spinach with the sesame dressing until evenly coated.
8. Serve at room temperature or chilled.