Green Leek Gomasio
Green Leek Gomasio is a Japanese-inspired sesame seasoning made from toasted sesame seeds, dried leek greens and coarse sea salt. The Thermomix TM7 grinds the toasted seeds and leeks into a fragrant, crumbly condiment that elevates rice, vegetables and eggs. A quick homemade alternative to shop-bought seasoning with far more aroma.
About this recipe
Green Leek Gomasio Thermomix TM7 recipes bring a classic Japanese table condiment into your all-in-one kitchen machine with minimal effort. Gomasio, traditionally a blend of toasted sesame seeds and salt, gains a fresh Belgian twist here through the addition of leeks, whose greens dry and grind into a subtle savoury powder. This is the ideal snack-side seasoning for weekly meal prep: one batch seasons rice bowls, roasted vegetables, avocado toast and boiled eggs for days. The TM7's grinding function lets you choose exactly how coarse or fine you want the texture, something a supermarket jar can never offer, because pre-ground sesame loses its nutty aroma within days. Toasting the sesame seeds first deepens their flavour, while the leek adds a mild onion sweetness that balances the coarse sea salt. If you are looking for a quick homemade seasoning that reduces reliance on salt while maximising taste, this recipe belongs in your rotation.
Preparation tips
- Wash the leek greens thoroughly before drying, as grit hides between the layers. Pat them completely dry with a clean tea towel so the gomasio stays crisp and does not clump when stored.
- Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan until they smell nutty and turn light golden, shaking regularly. Let them cool fully before grinding, otherwise the warm seeds release oil and the gomasio becomes pasty.
- Store the finished gomasio in an airtight glass jar away from light and use within a few weeks. A small pinch over steamed rice, fried eggs or roasted carrots is enough, so salt the actual food lightly first.
Recipe variations
- For a nut-free version, replace the sesame seeds with sunflower seeds and a spoonful of pumpkin seeds. Toast them the same way and grind with the dried leek and salt for a school-friendly, allergy-safe seasoning.
- A festive variant adds a strip of dried nori or a pinch of chilli flakes to the grinder jar with the sesame and leek. This gives the gomasio a deeper umami character that pairs beautifully with sushi rice and grilled fish.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Grinding sesame seeds in the Thermomix TM7 gives you full control over texture, from coarse crunch to fine powder in seconds. [Precision Control]
- Weigh the coarse sea salt directly in the mixing bowl with the built-in scale, ensuring the gomasio is balanced without guessing. [Built-in Scale]
- Heating the leeks gently before grinding removes their moisture so the Green Leek Gomasio stays dry and free-flowing. [Multi-Function]
- Chopping the leek greens finely in the TM7 prepares them evenly for drying, preventing tough fibres in the finished seasoning. [Multi-Function]
- Mixing the toasted sesame with salt at the end distributes every grain evenly for a consistent nutty flavour in each pinch. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- sesame seeds, white
- leeks
- coarse sea salt