10 oz. fresh spinach
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. crushed sesame seeds
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 tbsp. minced scallion
1 tsp. vinegar, optional
Salt
Red pepper threads (optional)

Remove roots from spinach, if desired. In bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, sesame seeds, sesame oil, scallion, and vinegar.

Bring large pot lightly salted water to boil. Add spinach, root ends first, then immerse only until leaves turn bright green. Drain and rinse immediately in cold water.

Drain and squeeze out as much water as possible. Place spinach in bowl with soy sauce mixture and toss well. Serve at once, topped with red pepper threads, if desired.

Serves 2.