Korean Style Romaine - cooking recipe

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

Preparation

Cut romaine crosswise into 2-inch pieces and put in a bowl.
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.
Pour hot dressing over romaine and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Marinate, stirring occasionally, at least 30 minutes.
Note:
Romaine can be made 1 day ahead and chilled. Bring to room temperature before serving.