Bulk Sesame Seed Black

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Sesame Seed Black

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Sesame seed naturally occurs in a variety of colors, including black. The seed has a delicate, nutty taste, which is featured in many traditional Middle Eastern foods such as tahini and halvah.

The phrase “open sesame” spoke in the classic tale of Arabian Nights is a reference to the way the seed appears to burst open at maturity.

contains known allergen: sesame

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a.
quick look

information at a glance

approximate cups to one pound3.5
originindia
plant part usedseed
processingwhole

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tipsStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
appearance & aromaSmall oval-shaped black seeds with a nutty aroma.

c.
uses

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culinarySprinkle into soups and salads and over pasta, rice, breads and other baked goods. Light toasting enhances flavor.
industrialSesame seeds are widely used in the food industry.
safetyCheck with your doctor before consuming sesame seeds if you have a known allergy to tree nuts.

d.
flavor profile

whole
black sesame seed

Sesame seeds have a rich, nutty flavor.

e.
formulas & recipes

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f.
what else you should know

whole
black sesame seed

Sesame is a flowering annual that is widely naturalized and cultivated in tropical regions throughout Asia and the Middle East. It is one of the oldest oilseed crops, with domestication dating to about 3,000 years ago in China.

Black sesame seeds are the same as white sesame seeds except that the hull is left intact.


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