Sesame Seeds - white, golden, black

Black and golden sesame seeds are unhulled, white sesame being golden seeds without the outer skin. White are the most commonly used, and are often toasted to acquire a delicious nutty, crunchy taste. Black sesame seeds are used in Japanese and Chinese recipes, and golden seeds are sprinkled over breads in Turkey and the Middle East.

To Buy:

Buy sesame seeds in moderate quantities as, because of their high oil content, they can develop a stale flavour if kept too long. Buy from a specialty spice shop or from good food stores with a high turnover to ensure freshness.

To Store:

Store in airtight containers away from heat, light and humidity.

Tips & Tricks:

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over ice cream and mix with mashed potato for a delicious change. Top a salad with a sprinkling of black sesame seeds.

Cooking Tips:

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Nutrition per 1 Tablespoon:

Energy (kJ):

283

Protein (g):

2.5

Saturated Fat, g :

0.8

Vitamin B1:

Amines:

High

Glutamates:

n/a

Carbohydrates, g:

0.1

Fat (g):

6.2

Monosaturated Fat , g:

2.5

Magnesium:

Salicylates:

High

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.