Sesame Salt (Gomasio)

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unhulled sesame seeds (Unhulled seeds are preferred for their richer, nuttier flavor; hulled sesame seeds may also be used.)
• 1 tbsp kosher salt

Steps

1. 1

   Place the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast, stirring frequently, until the seeds are fragrant and lightly golden, about 5 to 7 minutes; take care not to scorch them.

2. 2

   Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a plate or shallow bowl and let them cool completely so they remain crisp while being ground.

3. 3

   Combine the cooled sesame seeds and kosher salt in a spice grinder, mortar and pestle, or food processor. Pulse or grind until the seeds are partially crushed and the mixture resembles a coarse, crumbly seasoning; do not process it into a smooth paste.

4. 4

   Transfer the gomasio to an airtight container. Use it as a seasoning for rice, stir-fries, grilled foods, and other savory dishes.

Notes

Store the seasoned salt in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a few weeks. The source page was partially paywalled, so the ingredient quantities and detailed method were reconstructed from the dish context and standard gomasio proportions.

Nutrition per serving

• seasoning
• condiment
• Japanese
• vegetarian
• vegan
• gluten-free
• make-ahead
• stovetop