Foryoueats: Kombu Tsukudani (Simmered Kombu)

Ingredients

• ½ tsp sesame seeds
• For the Seasonings:
• 1 dried red chili pepper
• 1 cup water
• 1 Tbsp mirin
• 1 Tbsp sake
• 1 tsp rice vinegar (unseasoned)
• 2 Tbsp soy sauce (or more, if needed)
• 2 tsp sugar (or add more for a sweeter taste)
• ½ tsp katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) (optional; skip for vegan/vegetarian)