Almond Cotija

🥘 Ingredients

• blanched almonds 1 ½ cups
• dulse flakes or granules ¼ tsp
• lemon juice 2 Tbsp
• salt 1 tsp

1. 1

   Place the blanched almonds in a large, dry nonstick or cast-iron pan .
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.
5. 5

   Add the lemon juice and salt and process briefly to combine.
6. 6

   Taste and adjust the seasoning.
7. 7

   Store in an airtight jar for up to 1 week.