Almond Cotija

🥘 Ingredients

• blanched almonds
  1.5 c
• dulse flakes or granules
  1/4 tsp
• lemon juice
  2 Tbsp
• salt
  1 tsp

🍳 Cookware

• large, dry nonstick or cast-iron pan
• food processor

1. 1

   Place the blanched almonds in a large, dry nonstick or cast-iron pan .

   blanched almonds: 1.5 c
2. 2

   Place the pan over medium-low heat and toast, shaking the pan frequently, until the almonds are just fragrant, 8 to ⏱️ 10 minutes .
3. 3

   Transfer the almonds to a plate to cool completely.
4. 4

   In a food processor , add the cooled toasted almonds and the dulse flakes or granules and process until finely ground.

   dulse flakes or granules: 1/4 tsp
5. 5

   Add the lemon juice and salt and process briefly to combine.

   lemon juice: 2 Tbsp, salt: 1 tsp
6. 6

   Taste and adjust the seasoning.
7. 7

   Store in an airtight jar for up to 1 week.