Horensho Hitashi (Spinach With Toasted Sesame Seeds) Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 1/2 tsp Sesame Seeds
- 1/2 tsp Sugar
- 1 pch MSG
- 1 1/2 lb Fresh Spinach
- 3 Tbsp. Niban Dashi
- 1 tsp Soy Sauce
Directions
- Bring 5/8 pt water to boil and add in salt. Gather the spinach into a large bouquet, place it in the saucepan, and cover tightly. Cook for 5 min till the upper leaves begin to wilt. Immediately drain and plunge into cool water. Cut away the stalks and throw away. Squeeze the leaves dry.
- Cut the leavesinto 1" pcs and squeeze them dry again. Set aside Heat a heavy fry pan till water skitters accross surface. Add in seeds, and hot for 3-4 min, shaking constantly.
- Put the dashi, sugar, soy sauce and MSG into a small saucepan, stir and bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat and serve.
- TO SERVE:Pour sauce over the spinach and toss together to coat leaves. Divide into 6 bowls and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 86g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 28 | |
| Calories from Fat 8 | 29% |
| Total Fat 1.01g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.15g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1110mg | 46% |
| Potassium 462mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 3.51g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 6% |
| Sugars 0.71g | 0% |
| Protein 2.62g | 4% |
