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Preparation, uses, and tips
To enhance the nutty flavor, sesame seeds can be toasted in a dry skillet over medium heat
until golden brown. Sesame seeds can be used to garnish sweet and savory dishes and are used
in baking. Raw or roasted sesame seeds can be ground into a popular sesame paste called sesame seed butter or tahini. Sesame gomasio, a
mixture of sesame seeds and a small amount sea salt, is used as a seasoning on grains,
pasta, and vegetables. Toasted sesame oil
is used in Asian cooking for its rich flavor and aroma.
Buying and storing tips
Sesame seeds are sold either raw or roasted and hulled or unhulled.
Varieties
Sesame seeds come in shades of black, brown, and yellow as well as the more common beige
variety.
Nutrition Highlights
Sesame seeds (whole, dried), 1 Tbsp (8g)
Calories: 51
Protein: 1.6g
Carbohydrate: 2.1g
Total Fat: 4.5g
Fiber: 1.06g
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