Japanese Sesame Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1.5 tablespoons white sesame seeds or pre-toasted
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2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
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1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon roasted sesame oil
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1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil
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3 teaspoons brown sugar
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2 teaspoons finely minced ginger
# Instructions:
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If using raw sesame seeds, toast them in a dry pan over medium heat, stirring or shaking the pan frequently until golden and fragrant.
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Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a mortar and pestle, spice grinder, or small food processor. Grind to a fine powder.
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Place the ground sesame seeds, rice vinegar, soy sauce, roasted sesame oil, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and minced ginger in a jar or small mixing bowl.
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Seal the jar and shake vigorously, or whisk the mixture thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
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For a thicker and nuttier sauce, incorporate more ground sesame seeds as needed. Adjust to taste.
# Notes:
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Using freshly toasted sesame seeds enhances the nutty aroma significantly. For optimal texture, grind seeds thoroughly to a fine powder.