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Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing

Creamy Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing to Elevate Your Salads

This Japanese Sesame Salad Dressing enhances salads with a creamy texture and nutty flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 191
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Toast to enhance flavor.
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Japanese mayo (Kewpie) for an authentic twist.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Adjust to taste, start with 1 teaspoon.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adjust to suit your preferred sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Essential for flavor.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mortar and pestle
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Making the Dressing
  1. Toast the Sesame Seeds: In a dry skillet, over medium heat, add the raw sesame seeds. Stir frequently for about 3–5 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Grind the Seeds: Once cooled, place seeds in a mortar and pestle and crush them to a coarse consistency.
  3. Combine the Dressing Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine crushed sesame seeds with mayonnaise, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Mix thoroughly for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Add Sesame Oil: Drizzle in the toasted sesame oil and stir for an additional minute until smooth.
  5. Adjust for Taste and Consistency: Taste and adjust flavors. Add more rice vinegar for tang or water for consistency.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 25mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. Shake well before serving.

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