Korean Style Romaine

Romaine has a nice crunch, even after marinating in a hot dressing! Adapted from Gourmet magazine(March 2009)

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4 cups

Ingredients

• 1  heart romaine lettuce
• 1  teaspoon  chopped garlic
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  grated peeled ginger
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  crushed red pepper flakes
• 1  tablespoon  sesame oil
• 1  tablespoon soy sauce
• 2  teaspoons water
• 1  teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted and crushed with side of a heavy knife

Directions

1. Cut romaine crosswise into 2-inch pieces and put in a bowl.
2. Cook garlic, ginger, and red-pepper flakes in sesame oil in a small heavy skillet over medium-low heat, stirring, until garlic begins to sizzle, about 30 seconds. Stir in soy sauce and water and bring to a boil.
3. Pour hot dressing over romaine and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Marinate, stirring occasionally, at least 30 minutes.
4. Note:
5. Romaine can be made 1 day ahead and chilled. Bring to room temperature before serving.