Origin and description
“ GOMASHIO ごま塩 – SESAME AND SALT ”.
Gomashio, a traditional Japanese spice blend, combines the nutty aromas of roasted black sesame seeds (19.8%) with fine sea salt. The name is derived from the Japanese words "goma" (sesame) and "shio" (salt). This blend is an integral part of Japanese cuisine and lends a distinctive aroma to many dishes.
Taste and aroma
Nutty, slightly salty, with a subtle depth from the roasted black sesame seeds.
Application
Gomashio is incredibly versatile and is traditionally used as a seasoning for sushi, udon noodles, fish, meat, seaweed, and vegetables. Sprinkle it over rice dishes, use it as a topping for salads, or as a finishing touch for roasted vegetables. It's also a healthier alternative to plain salt, as the sesame seeds contribute much of the flavor.
Interesting facts
Gomashio is valued in Japan not only as a spice but also in macrobiotics, where it symbolizes balance: salt represents contraction, sesame expansion. Traditionally, it is freshly ground in a suribachi (Japanese mortar) to optimally release its aromas. The intensity can be varied by adjusting the ratio of sesame to salt – in Japanese cuisine, mixtures ranging from 5:1 to 15:1 are common.
Ingredients
Sea salt, black sesame (19.8%).
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<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> energy</td>
<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> 218 kJ / 52 kcal</td>
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<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> Fat</td>
<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> 5 g</td>
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<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> hereof: saturated fatty acids</td>
<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> 1 g</td>
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<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> Carbohydrates</td>
<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> 1 g</td>
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<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> 0 g</td>
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<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> protein</td>
<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> 2 g</td>
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<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> Salt</td>
<td style="border:1px solid #ccc; padding:8px;"> 91 g</td>
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