Name: Spinach and Omelet Roll
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 4 hr
Yield: Makes 8 pieces
Ingredients: 1 cup [dashi](/recipes/food/views/103413); 1 tablespoon mirin (sweet rice wine); 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 3/4 pound tender spinach (about 1 bunch); 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch; 1/2 tablespoon water; 2 large eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons sake; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; slatted bamboo sushi mat (optional)

In Japan a bamboo sushi mat, known as a sudare or a maki su, is used to roll this omelet roll. However, even without a mat, you should have no trouble making the roll.

Cooks' note:

Spinach bundles may be marinated, chilled, up to 1 day before rolling in the egg sheet. Bring to room temperature before rolling.

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