Ingredients:
1 bunch fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Salt, to taste
Directions:
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Blanch the spinach in the boiling water for about 1 minute, then immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain the spinach and squeeze out excess water.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and let them cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is dissolved.
Place the blanched spinach in a serving bowl. Pour the sesame dressing over the spinach and toss gently to coat.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad just before serving.