Ingredients

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

Instructions

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.