Cumin-Flavored Salt

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/4 cup medium-coarse or flaky sea salt
• Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
• Pinch cayenne or hot paprika (optional)

Instructions

1. Toast cumin seeds in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant and lightly colored, about 1 minute.
2. Grind very coarsely in a mortar or spice mill.
3. Combine in a bowl with salt and stir together.
4. Add red pepper flakes or cayenne, if using.