Tonkatsu Sauce Sesame Umami (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 tablespoon white sesame seeds (substitute: tahini)
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon tomato sauce or ketchup
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1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 tablespoon granulated sugar
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1/4 teaspoon hot mustard, or to taste (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Dry roast white sesame seeds in a pan over low heat, stirring continuously until deeply golden and fragrant.
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Transfer toasted sesame seeds to a suribachi or mortar and pestle; grind finely to a coarse powder.
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In a small bowl, mix ground sesame seeds, soy sauce, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and hot mustard if desired until fully incorporated.
# Notes:
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For enhanced flavor, adjust the mustard and sugar to suit your preference.