Spinach Gomae

Japanese Spinach was my favorite growing up. I see now that I made it, it has alcohol and sugar in it, so go me!

• 1 lb. fresh spinach, washed
• 4 Tbsp sesame seeds(roasted and ground)
  
• 2 Tbsp sake
• 2 Tbsp sugar
• 1 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce

Preparation:

Boil lots of water in a large pot. Boil spinach in the boiling water for about one minute. Drain and soak the spinach in water until cool. Drain and squeeze the spinach to remove the excess liquid. Cut spinach into about 2-inch lengths and set aside. Add sugar and mix well. Further, add soy sauce and sake and mix until combined. Dress boiled spinach with the sesame sauce.