Steamed Sesame Spinach - fresh spinach

Method

• Wash the spinach very well by swishing it around in a large bowl of cold water and lifting it out with your hands.
• Change the water, wipe the bottom and sides of the bowl to get rid of any grit, and repeat this washing process at least twice, or until there is no grit left in the bottom of the bowl.
• Bring 1 cup of water to a simmer in a large saucepan over low heat.
• Add the spinach.
• Toss and cook the spinach for 1 to 2 minutes, or until just wilted.
• Drain the spinach and run it under cold water to cool it.
• Using your hands, squeeze the spinach dry in a clean kitchen towel.
• Chop the spinach into 1/2-inch pieces.
• Place the spinach in a large serving bowl.
• Toss it with the sesame oil, lemon juice, sesame seeds, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• Taste and adjust the seasonings before serving.