Vegan RecipesCondiments and SaucesSesame Salt (Gomashio)Toasted sesame seeds have a rich, nutty flavor, and are a good source of high-quality oil, minerals, and fiber. They also have the ability to extend the flavor of salt, so using sesame salt instead of regular salt is a painless way to cut down on your salt intake. Sesame salt, aka gomashio, is a common Japanese and macrobiotic condiment. It is traditionally served sprinkled on brown rice and other grains.
16 TBS sesame seeds
Preheat a cast iron or stainless steel frying pan on medium-low. Add the sesame seeds and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until they start to smell nutty and the seeds crush easily when rubbed between your fingertips. Be careful when rubbing between your fingertips -- remember, the seeds are hot! Take the sesame seeds out of the pan and set aside. Add the sea salt to the frying pan and roast it for 3-5 minutes. Add the sesame seeds and the salt to a coffee grinder, or use another grinding method to grind until the seeds are about 80% ground. You don't want the texture to be too fine. When the sesame seeds are almost completely ground, grind the sea salt a little, too. Store the sesame salt in a sealed glass container and use within 2-3 weeks. Use whenever you would add salt. It will become your favorite condiment in no time. Try it on brown rice. Note: Please Rate This Page
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