Spinach Ohitashi
If you want an easy vegetable side dish for busy days, try spinach ohitashi. This classic Japanese side dish is full of savory dashi flavor and perfect for meal prep!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Boil the spinach: Boil the spinach for about 1 minute. Drain, then transfer to cold water to cool. Gently squeeze out the excess water.
- Cut and squeeze: Cut the spinach into bite-sized pieces, then squeeze again to remove any remaining water. Arrange the spinach neatly in a container.
- Make the dashi seasoning: In a small pot, add soy sauce, mirin, dashi powder, and water. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat.
- Soak: Pour the seasoning over the spinach. Let it sit in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavor to soak in.
- Serve: Place the spinach on a plate and top with bonito flakes.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
- When boiling spinach, place the thicker stem side into the boiling water first, then lower in the leaves.
- After boiling, transfer the spinach to cold water right away. This stops the cooking and helps keep the color bright.
- Make sure to squeeze out the excess water before soaking the spinach in the seasoning. This prevents the flavor from becoming diluted.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3g
This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.