When you toast your sesame seeds, they go from okay to magical.
Here are two ways to toast your sesame seedswe prefer one over the other!
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Tiny, flavorful sesame seeds have more uses in cooking than I can count.
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I sprinkle them generously over rice bowls, in buttery cookie dough, on yogurt, and much more.
Since most store-bought sesame seeds are sold raw, its handy to know how to toast them yourself.
Two Ways to Toast Sesame Seeds
you could approach toasting sesame seeds one of two ways.
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Since sesame seeds are rich in healthy fats, theres no need to add oil to the skillet.
Either way, keep a close eye because sesame seeds are quick to burn.
When the pan is hot, add the sesame seeds.
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Lower the heat if you see smoke or the seeds brown too quickly.
Immediately transfer the sesame seeds onto a plate to fully cool.
Spread the sesame seeds in a small baking sheet.
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Bake until nicely browned, using a spatula to stir them halfway through so that they brown evenly.
Start checking at the 4 minute mark since they burn quickly.
Bake for 5 to 6 minutes.
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Allow the sesame seeds to cool completely on the baking sheet.
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