Zhi Ma Jiang (Chinese Sesame Paste)
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Description
A Chinese paste made by deeply roasting white sesame seeds and grinding them until the oil releases. Roasted darker than Japanese sesame paste, offering exponentially stronger aroma and thickness.
Classification: Everyone, Condiment, Rich Depth, Hot Pot Dip
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How to use
Ingredients
- White sesame seeds(100%)
- Peanut oil(mixed in some brands)
Instructions
- [Authentic Usage]
- (Hot Pot Dip) Put
- tbsp of Zhi Ma Jiang in a bowl, slowly whisk in water until mayonnaise-like. Mix with black vinegar, soy, minced garlic, cilantro, scallion, and chili oil for the 'Ultimate Hot Pot Dip'.
- (Sesame Noodles) Mix the thinned paste with black vinegar and soy, then toss heavily with boiled thick noodles and cucumber for Beijing-style soupless noodles.
- (Bang Bang Chicken) Use as the sauce base for steamed chicken to instantly achieve restaurant quality.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
Intense aroma of deeply roasted sesame
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Japanese White Neri-goma (slightly lacks roasted aroma)
Pairing
Beijing Hot Pot (Mutton Shabu-shabu) / Boiled Noodles
Trivia
[Trivia] In Northern China's 'Beijing Hot Pot' (swishing thin mutton in plain water), this sesame-based dipping sauce is considered absolutely vital, often said to be 'more important than the meat'.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Inside the jar, the oil and sesame solids completely separate, settling into a rock-hard layer. Before using, jam a chopstick to the bottom and stir with all your might to emulsify.
Allergen
Sesame, Peanuts (depends on product)