Sesame-Seaweed Mix
Sesame-seaweed mix is a Japanese condiment that can be store bought, but many commercially available varieties include fish, MSG, added sugar and added salt. Vegetarians and those who want to avoid MSG, extra salt and extra sugar can make their own with the recipe here. This also allows you to conserve money and packaging.
Ingredients
- 2 sheet nori
- 1/2 cup toasted white or black sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar or equivalent sweetener
Instructions
- Toast the nori over a low flame or burner, waving each sheet over the burner until it is crisp and changes color. Using scissors, cut into small pieces.
- Grind half of the sesame seeds with a mortar and pestle or coffee grinder. Mix with the salt, sweetener, and pieces of nori.
- Add the remaining whole sesame seeds. Store mixture in an airtight container until it’s needed.
Notes
A little about nori: Known in the U.S. as a wrap for sushi, nori is a red seaweed that grows off the coast of Japan. It has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine,
and is very high in mineral content, especially iodine. A small portion of nori provides well over the adult recommended daily intake of iodine, which is vital for proper thyroid functioning. Nori is also rich in carotenes, vitamin C and vitamin B12, and a beauty
aid to skin, hair and nails. It is also called laver.
and is very high in mineral content, especially iodine. A small portion of nori provides well over the adult recommended daily intake of iodine, which is vital for proper thyroid functioning. Nori is also rich in carotenes, vitamin C and vitamin B12, and a beauty
aid to skin, hair and nails. It is also called laver.