A light and slightly creamy dressing with an irresistible nutty flavor.
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Perhaps no other salad dressing is as versatile as sesame dressing.
It turns plain greens into a shining salad and coats chopped veggies to create something truly memorable.
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But dont stop at salad.
Serve it as a dip fordumplingsor sliced cucumbers and bell peppers in every color.
Its the kind of dressing youll be shaking up by the jar-full again and again.
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Leave them whole for a thinner dressing with the occasional crunch.
you might also add thinly sliced scallions or a grated garlic clove for even more flavor.
A tablespoon or two of fresh orange juice adds a citrusy, fruity element.
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A Million-ish Ways to Use Sesame Dressing
Sesame dressing is delightful simply tossed with mixed greens.
Theyre not quite as flavorful, but they work.
No need to toast them again.
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Using untoasted sesame seeds will give you a milder dressing.
Set it over medium-low heat.
Toast, stirring occasionally, until the seeds are light golden brown and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes.
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Transfer the toasted seeds into a clean spice grinder, small food processor, or mortar and pestle.
Grind until a fine powder forms.
The dressing should be a little creamy, especially if you ground the seeds.
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Alternatively, combine the ingredients in a small mixing bowl and whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Use right away or store in the fridge for up to a week, shaking before using.
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