Japanese Spinach Salad - Gomae
Japanese Spinach Salad - Gomae
This amazing Asian-inspired salad is a perfect accompaniment to any grilled fish, poultry or pork dish. We especially love this preparation with fresh Salmon. Also, great for a light pick-me-up snack. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1lb Baby Spinach (Washed)
- 2 tablespoons Honey Ginger Aged Balsamic
- 1 tablespoon Japanese Toasted Sesame Oil
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce (Premium)
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Chili Paste
- 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds
Step 1:
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add spinach and blanch for 2 minutes or just until spinach softens. The goal is to soften the leaves up and not cook them.
Step 2:
Remove spinach from boiling water and place in a colander. Rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Step 3:
With leaves still in colander, gently press to remove as much water as possible. Try to strike a balance between removing the green nutrients and removing enough water to taste the prepared seasoning sauce.
Step 4:
With leaves still in colander, gently press to remove as much water as possible. Try to strike a balance between removing the green nutrients and removing enough water to taste the prepared seasoning sauce.