How to Toast Sesame Seeds (Oven, Stove & Microwave)

Oven

1. Preheat the oven to 350℉.
2. Place the sesame seeds on a baking sheet and cook in the oven for about 8-10 minutes per batch. Stir the seeds in the pan every 2 minutes or until it’s light brown.
3. Transfer the seeds to a plate and allow to cool. The seeds will continue to cook from the residual heat.

Microwave

1. NOTE: For reference, I am using a 900-watt microwave.
2. In a microwave safe glass plate or bowl, add the sesame seeds so that they are evenly spread out. If not all the seeds fit evenly, do this in batches.
3. Microwave on high for 1-minute intervals and use a spatula to mix the seeds. Continue to microwave in 1-minute intervals until the seeds are light brown and smell nutty. This should be about 6 minutes per batch.
4. Transfer to a new plate and let cool.

Stovetop

1. In a large pan over medium-low heat, spread your sesame seeds evenly on the pan. If not all the seeds fit evenly, do this in batches.
2. Cook the seeds until they smell nutty and are light brown. Use a spatula to stir the seeds to prevent them from burning. This should be about 4-6 minutes per batch.
3. Transfer the seeds to a new plate and allow them to cool.