Gomae Japanese Style Spinach Salad
Elevate your side dish game with this refreshing and savory Gomae Japanese-Style Spinach Salad. Combining tender, blanched spinach with a richly nutty sesame dressing, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and bold flavors. Toasted white sesame seeds are ground to release their aromatic oils, then blended with soy sauce, sugar, and mirin for a sweet and savory glaze that clings perfectly to the vibrant greens. Ready in just 15 minutes, this authentic Japanese side dish is perfect for pairing with sushi, grilled fish, or your favorite rice bowl. Packed with nutrients and bursting with umami, this make-ahead salad is as healthy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons White sesame seeds
- 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to boil.
Wash the spinach thoroughly and trim any tough stems if necessary.
Blanch the spinach in the boiling water for about 30 seconds, or until just wilted.
Remove the spinach from the boiling water and immediately transfer it into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and retain its vibrant green color.
Drain the spinach thoroughly, gently squeezing out any excess water, then chop into 2-3 inch pieces and set aside.
Toast the white sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning (about 2-3 minutes).
Using a mortar and pestle, grind the toasted sesame seeds into a coarse powder. Alternatively, you can grind them in a spice grinder, but leave some texture for best results.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the ground sesame seeds, soy sauce, sugar, and mirin. Stir well to create the sesame dressing.
In a large bowl, mix the chopped spinach with the sesame dressing until evenly coated.
Divide the dressed spinach onto serving plates or bowls. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of whole sesame seeds for added texture and presentation.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1095 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 179 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
