A delightful Japanese-inspired spinach salad with a rich sesame dressing.
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant.
Stir the seeds constantly to avoid burning them.
Grind the toasted sesame seeds into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or a food processor.
Grinding releases the oils, enhancing the flavor.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground sesame seeds, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and water. Whisk until smooth.
Adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or mirin to taste.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the salt. Blanch the spinach for 1 minute, then transfer to a colander and rinse with cold water.
The cold rinse stops the cooking process, preserving the spinach's vibrant color.
Squeeze the excess water from the spinach and chop it into bite-sized pieces.
Removing water ensures the dressing adheres better to the spinach.
Divide the spinach among serving bowls and drizzle with the sesame dressing.
Garnish with whole toasted sesame seeds for a decorative touch.
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