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Wilted Tatsoi with Sesame-Ginger Dressing

Tatsoi is an Asian variety of Brassica grown for its greens (grew really well in our gardens this year!) - try it with this delicious sesame-ginger dressing.

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Serves 50

7 heads of tatsoi, washed, trimmed and torn into bite size pieces 1/2 cup sesame seeds for garnish

Dressing: 2 cups soy sauce 1 cup rice vinegar 1/2 cup canola oil 1/2 cup grated fresh ginger 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup siracha

Whisk together ingredients for dressing and pour over tatsoi. Massage dressing into tatsoi leaves until coated well. Let rest for 30 minutes. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top and serve.

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