Easy Goma Dressing - Japanese-Inspired Roasted Sesame Sauce

Homemade goma dressing is the perfect blend of creamy, tangy, salty, and sweet.

Course Salad

Cuisine Japanese

Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Calories 655kcal

Author Tajda Ferko

Equipment

Pan
Blender or pestle & mortar
Grater
Bowl & whisk
Airtight container

Ingredients

4 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoon brown sugar
2 teaspoon sesame oil
4 tablespoon vegan mayo
1 teaspoon ginger grated
sea salt to taste

Instructions

Roast: Add the seeds to a hot nonstick pan or skillet (no oil needed), then heat for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant, careful not to burn.
4 tablespoon sesame seeds
Grind: Using a blender, food processor, spice grinder, or pestle & mortar, grind the seeds until powdery.
Mix: Add the powdered sesame and all the remaining ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until combined and smooth.
2 teaspoon soy sauce, 2 teaspoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoon sesame oil, 4 tablespoon vegan mayo, 1 teaspoon ginger, sea salt
Taste and Adjust: Adjust the taste to your liking—add more salt or soy sauce for saltiness, more sugar for sweetness, or more rice vinegar for tanginess.
This dressing comes out quite thick. You can thin it out by adding some cold water and whisking again.

Notes

*If you're using a large food processor or blender, you might have to double or triple the amount of sesame to get it blended. I recommend using a smaller blender/processor if you can.

Tip 1 - Use Freshly Toasted Sesame Seeds: This enhances the nutty flavor.

Tip 2 - Adjust to Taste: Add soy sauce, sugar, water, or vinegar to taste and as necessary.

Tip 3 - Blend for Creaminess: If you prefer a completely smooth texture, blend the dressing until smooth.

Serve Cool: For best result, chill the dressing in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.

To store - Place any leftovers in an airtight container. Secure the lid tightly. Keep in the fridge for 4-5 days.
To freeze - I do not recommend freezing this dressing.

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