Korean-Style Romaine

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon garlic chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon ginger grated peeled
• 0.3 teaspoon pepper hot
• 1  the of 1 cos lettuce 
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 
• 1 teaspoon sesame seed with side of a heavy knife crushed toasted
• 1 tablespoon soya sauce 
• 2 teaspoons water 

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan

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 bringto a boil.
3. Pour hot dressing over romaine and toss to coat.
4. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Marinate, stirring occasionally, at least 30 minutes.
5. Romaine can be made 1 day ahead and chilled. Bring to room temperature before serving.