Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsIzakaya 88Goma Ae Recipe

Goma Ae Recipe

Inspired by Izakaya 88
Time20m
Serves2

Steamed spinach topped with our tasty sesame sauce.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Sesame Sauce

Method

Preparing the Spinach

  1. 1

    Wash the Spinach

    Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit.

  2. 2

    Steam the Spinach

    Place the washed spinach in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for about 3-5 minutes until wilted but still bright green. Remove from heat.

  3. 3

    Drain and Cool

    Transfer the steamed spinach to a bowl and let it cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, squeeze out excess water and set aside.

Making the Sesame Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine tahini, soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and sugar. Mix well until smooth and creamy.

  2. 5

    Add Sesame Seeds

    Stir in the roasted sesame seeds to the sauce mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Place the drained spinach on a serving plate or bowl.

  2. 7

    Top with Sauce

    Drizzle the prepared sesame sauce over the spinach generously.

  3. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Optionally, sprinkle a few extra roasted sesame seeds on top for garnish. Serve immediately.

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