Lettuce and Chive Salad, Korean-Style

Lettuce and Chive Salad, Korean-Style Mark Bittman, NY Times)

Time: 15 minutes

2 tablespoons roasted sesame oil
½ teaspoon crushed red chili flakes, or to taste
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or other mild vinegar
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon sugar
8 ounces fresh chives, at least a couple of large bunches
4 cups any tender lettuce or mixed lettuces
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish, optional.

1. Make dressing by combining sesame oil with chili flakes, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, sugar and about a tablespoon of water.

2. Wash and dry chives, then cut them into 1- or 2-inch lengths. Wash and dry lettuce. Toss chives with lettuce, then pour dressing over all and toss again. Garnish with sesame seeds, if using, and serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings.