Ramyeon French Fry Dust With Soy, Garlic, Sesame, and Spices Seasoning

Ingredients

• 3 packets Korean ramyeon seasoning packets (such as Shin Ramyun)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce powder
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon citric acid powder
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil powder

Method

1. 1

   Empty the ramyeon seasoning packets into a small dry skillet set over low heat and toast, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.

   1:00 · Toast seasoning
2. 2

   Transfer the toasted seasoning to a mixing bowl and let it cool completely, about 5 minutes.

   5:00 · Cool seasoning
3. 3

   Add the soy sauce powder, sesame seeds, granulated garlic, granulated onion, sugar, gochugaru, salt, black pepper, citric acid powder, and sesame oil powder to the bowl.

4. 4

   Whisk the mixture together until evenly combined and no clumps remain.

5. 5

   Transfer the seasoning to a spice grinder or mortar and pestle and grind in short bursts until it forms a fine, even dust.

   1:00 · Grind seasoning
6. 6

   Sift the ground seasoning through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any remaining coarse bits, regrinding leftovers as needed.

7. 7

   Store the seasoning in an airtight jar at room temperature, away from light and moisture, for up to 2 months.

8. 8

   To use, toss 1 to 2 tablespoons of the dust over hot, freshly cooked French fries immediately after frying or baking, while they are still glistening with oil, and shake to coat evenly.