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How to Toast Sesame Seeds
Learn how to toast sesame seeds to perfection using the oven or stovetop. Both methods are easy and yield deliciously nutty and toasty seeds!
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 46 kcal
Course:
Condiments , Others
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2.25 ounces (½ cup) sesame seeds
Instructions
In the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
- Place the sesame seeds on a quarter rimmed baking sheet and shake it around to evenly distribute the sesame seeds in a single layer.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until they become fragrant and golden brown. Enjoy warm or store for later use at room temperature for up to 3 months.
Cup of Yum
On the Stovetop
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds to the dry pan and toast for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently until they become fragrant and golden brown. Enjoy warm or store for later use at room temperature for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Storage: Homemade toasted sesame seeds can last typically around 2-3 weeks, when stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place such as the pantry. If stored in the fridge or freezer, they can last up to a few months.
Nutrition Information
Calories
46kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
1mg
(0%)
Potassium
37mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.02g
(0%)
Vitamin A
1IU
(0%)
Calcium
78mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 46
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 46kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 37mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.02g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.