Gomasio (Japanese Sesame Salt)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
30
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Calories
13 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Japanese
Gomasio (Japanese Sesame Salt)
Description
Gomasio (Japanese Sesame Salt) combines toasted sesame seeds with sea salt to create a flavorful seasoning condiment. The sesame seeds are toasted carefully to a golden brown to avoid bitterness, then crushed to a coarse texture so the mix remains crunchy rather than powdery. Adding a small piece of kombu or other seaweed is optional but can provide depth with its subtle umami notes. The resulting mixture can be sprinkled over rice, vegetables, or other meals to deliver a light salty and nutty crunch.
The preparation requires toasting in a dry skillet over medium-high heat with frequent stirring until the seeds achieve a golden hue. After cooling, they are crushed in a mortar and pestle or processed lightly in a blender to maintain texture. Sea salt is mixed in afterward. The gomasio can be stored in an airtight jar in a cool place and retains its best flavor for about a month, though it keeps for a few months.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sesame seed Unhulled is traditional and has a bitter taste. You can also use hulled if you prefer to eliminate the bitter flavor, raw
- 2 teaspoons sea salt I prefer flaky sea salt like Maldon for a great texture, quality
- kombu optional, or other seaweed
Instructions
- Place a dry skillet over medium-high heat and add the sesame seeds. Toast them until they are golden brown, stirring regularly. Be very careful that they don't burn or they will be bitter. Let the seeds cool completely.
- Crush the toasted sesame seeds either with a mortar and pestle or in a blender or food processor. The mixture should remain chunky and not be a fine powder. Place the crushed sesame seeds in a bowl and stir in the salt.Store your gomasio in an airtight jar in a cool place. It will keep for a few months but for maximum flavor use within a month.Makes just under 3/4 cup.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 13 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1teaspoon | |
| Calories | 13kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 12mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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