You can approximate sesame oil at home by cooking sesame seeds in a neutral oil.
Making Approximate Sesame Oil
While it's not the same as commercially produced sesame oil, you can create a flavorful oil by infusing sesame seeds into another oil. This method is simple and requires only a few ingredients.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sesame seeds | 1 part |
| Neutral-tasting oil | 2 parts |
| Examples of oils: Canola, Vegetable, or Avocado |
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place sesame seeds and the neutral-tasting oil in a saucepan. For example, use a quarter cup of sesame seeds with half a cup of oil.
- Cook at Low Temperature: Heat the mixture over a low heat.
- Cook for a Few Minutes: Cook for a few minutes, ensuring the seeds do not burn.
- Cool and Strain Allow the mixture to cool, then strain out the sesame seeds. The remaining oil is a sesame-flavored oil that can be used similarly to sesame oil.
Key Points
- The ratio of sesame seeds to oil is one part sesame seeds to two parts oil.
- You only need to cook the mixture for a few minutes.
- Use a neutral-tasting oil like canola, vegetable, or avocado oil.
This method allows you to create a flavorful sesame-infused oil, even if you don't have access to the traditional pressing methods used for commercial sesame oil production.
