Australian

These are good to have on the table as well as to keep by the stove, along with Indonesian fried shallots. Add a sprinkle here and there to give dishes a crunchy texture. Packets of deep-fried shallots are generally available in Asian stores. If the packets lose their crispness, put them in the oven on low heat and then let them cool. A pile of the shallots and these seeds on top of a plate of steamed greens is wonderful. Also try making a combination of seeds--sunflower, pumpkin, flax, and sesame.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup (150 g) sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce

METHOD

Roast seeds in a dry medium skillet over medium heat until lightly browned.
Remove from heat and stir in tamari.
Transfer to a container and store..

MIND REFRESHER

Stand straight, breathe normally, and breathe in and out 3 times; as the mind wanders, bring it back to the breath.

Makes 1 cup (150 g)