Japanese-Style Seasoning Salt

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
16%
Japanese-Style Seasoning Salt
45 min.
2
151kcal

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Elevate your culinary creations with this delightful Japanese-Style Seasoning Salt that brings a burst of flavor to any dish! Ideal for vegetarian and vegan diets, this versatile seasoning is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it's also friendly for those on a low FODMAP plan. Whether you're marinating vegetables, enhancing grilled tofu, or simply seasoning your favorite stir-fry, this unique blend offers an extraordinary twist to your everyday meals.

This recipe showcases the perfect harmony of flavors, incorporating the warmth of ground ginger, the vibrant zing of citrus zest, and the gentle heat of cayenne pepper. The star of the show, toasted Sichuan peppercorns, adds a delightful numbing spiciness that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of toasted sesame seeds and poppy seeds provides a satisfying crunch, making each sprinkle not just a seasoning, but an experience.

With just 45 minutes of your time, you can create this aromatic seasoning that promises to transform mundane meals into something extraordinary. Plus, it can be prepared in advance and stored for up to three days, ensuring you’re always ready to add a touch of Japanese flair to your cooking. Get ready to impress your friends and family with your newfound seasoning prowess—your taste buds are in for a treat!

Ingredients

  • large pinch cayenne pepper 
  • teaspoons ground ginger 
  • tablespoon kosher salt 
  •  lemon zest finely grated
  • teaspoons paprika 
  • tablespoon sichuan peppercorns toasted
  • teaspoons poppy seeds white black toasted
  • 0.3 cup sesame seed toasted

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Grind toasted, crumbled nori sheets in a spice mill to a fine powder.
    2. Add toasted sesame seeds, finely grated zest of tangerines or lemons, kosher salt, toasted Sichuan peppercorns, ground ginger, paprika, toasted white or black poppy seeds, and cayenne pepper; pulse to a uniform spice blend but not to a powder. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead.Store airtight at room temperature.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories151kcal
    Protein11.81%
    Fat59.65%
    Carbs28.54%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    59.5
    Glycemic Load
    1.46
    Inflammation Score
    -8
    Nutrition Score
    16.539130547772%

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:151.06kcal
    7.55%
    Fat:11.09g
    17.06%
    Saturated Fat:1.61g
    10.05%
    Carbohydrates:11.94g
    3.98%
    Net Carbohydrates:6.25g
    2.27%
    Sugar:0.71g
    0.79%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:3494.34mg
    151.93%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:4.94g
    9.88%
    Manganese:2.01mg
    100.4%
    Copper:0.91mg
    45.65%
    Calcium:265.24mg
    26.52%
    Iron:4.41mg
    24.48%
    Magnesium:93.68mg
    23.42%
    Fiber:5.69g
    22.77%
    Vitamin A:1038.52IU
    20.77%
    Phosphorus:162.44mg
    16.24%
    Zinc:1.93mg
    12.9%
    Vitamin B1:0.19mg
    12.71%
    Selenium:8.4µg
    12%
    Vitamin B6:0.24mg
    11.85%
    Vitamin C:7.84mg
    9.5%
    Vitamin K:9.85µg
    9.38%
    Potassium:259.1mg
    7.4%
    Vitamin B3:1.35mg
    6.76%
    Folate:23.57µg
    5.89%
    Vitamin B2:0.09mg
    5.39%
    Vitamin E:0.76mg
    5.09%
    Vitamin B5:0.17mg
    1.68%
    Source:Epicurious