Spinach With Tahini Sauce (Printable Recipe)
Vibrant spinach with a rich, nutty tahini drizzle for a quick, nutrient-packed side or light meal.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Tahini Sauce
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1 tablespoon tahini (sesame seed paste)
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2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
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1 teaspoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon sugar
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1 teaspoon water
→ Spinach Preparation
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1 pound fresh mature spinach leaves
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Salt for cooking water
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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Salt to taste
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Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
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Ice water for shocking
# Steps to Follow:
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Combine tahini, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and water in a small bowl. Whisk vigorously until completely smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed.
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Fill a large bowl with cold water and plenty of ice cubes. Position near cooking area for quick access.
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Bring large pot of salted water to rolling boil. Add spinach leaves and cook 1-2 minutes until tender and bright green while maintaining vibrant color.
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Immediately transfer cooked spinach to ice water bath to stop cooking process. Allow to cool completely for 1-2 minutes, then drain thoroughly in colander.
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Take handfuls of cooled spinach and squeeze firmly to eliminate as much water as possible. Alternatively, wrap in clean kitchen towel and squeeze thoroughly.
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Place squeezed spinach in serving bowl. Drizzle with sesame oil, toss gently, and season with salt. Top with tahini sauce and garnish generously with toasted sesame seeds.
# Extra Tips:
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Use mature spinach leaves rather than baby spinach for better texture and flavor retention during cooking
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Thoroughly removing excess water from cooked spinach prevents dilution of flavors
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Tahini sauce can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored refrigerated
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Adjust tahini sauce consistency by adding water gradually until it coats a spoon but remains pourable