Ingredients for Toasted Nori With Sesame Seeds
- 5 sheets nori seaweed
- White Sesame Seeds
- Sea Salt
- Red Pepper Flakes
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How to Make Toasted Nori With Sesame Seeds
- **Toast the Nori:** Hold each sheet of nori directly over a medium-high gas burner, moving it constantly until it becomes fragrant and turns a darker, duller color (about 1-2 minutes per sheet). Be careful not to burn it!
- **Cut the Nori:** Stack the toasted nori sheets and carefully cut them into thin strips using kitchen scissors. Then, cut the strips into small squares (approximately 1/4 inch).
- **Toast the Sesame Seeds:** In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds and salt, stirring frequently, until the seeds are lightly golden brown and fragrant (about 2-3 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- **Grind the Seeds (Optional):** For a finer texture, lightly grind the toasted sesame seeds and salt using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder until the salt is well incorporated. This step is optional; you can leave them whole for a more textural topping.
- **Combine:** Gently combine the toasted nori squares, toasted sesame seeds (ground or whole), and red pepper flakes (if using) in a bowl.
- **Cool and Store:** Let the mixture cool completely. Store in an airtight jar at room temperature to maintain its crispness.
- **Enjoy!** Sprinkle generously over rice bowls, salads, soups, or use it to make delicious onigiri (rice balls).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
388 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
50g
Carbs
11g
