5 from 34 votes
Gomasio (Japanese Sesame Salt)
Gomasio is a traditional Japanese seasoning made by toasting sesame seeds until golden and then crushing them coarsely with sea salt. The optional addition of kombu or other seaweed adds a subtle marine flavor. This mixture provides a crunchy, salty topping that can enhance many dishes with its nutty aroma and texture.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
30
Calories:
13 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Japanese
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.
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Nutrition Information
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 30 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 13
% 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.