Japanese-Style Sesame Seasoning

Makes about 1 3/4 cups
Time 15 min

This traditional Japanese seasoning, called gomashio, is made of toasted sesame seeds and sea salt. It adds a burst of nutty, salty flavor to any dish. Try sprinkling some over steamed rice and vegetables.

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Ingredients

    1 cupsesame seeds
    1 teaspoonfine sea salt

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Method

Toast sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly for 10 to 15 minutes or until they are toasted and take on an orange hue. Remove to a plate to cool.


Add salt to the same dry skillet. Stir constantly, toasting the salt for about 3 to 5 minutes.


Add salt to sesame seeds.


Store the gomashio in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

About 1 tsp/1.7-wt.

Calories

10

Total Fat

1g

Saturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

30mg

Total Carbohydrate

0g

Dietary Fiber

0g

Total Sugars

0g

Protein

0g

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