Sesame

Nuts And SeedsSeedAllergen: SesameNuttyToastyEarthyRichAromatic

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 573
Protein (g): 17.7
Fat (g): 49.7
Carbs (g): 23.5
Fiber (g): 11.8
Sodium (mg): 11

Values vary between hulled and unhulled seeds; unhulled seeds contain more fiber. Toasting reduces moisture and intensifies aroma with minimal change to macros per 100 g.

Storage

Room temp: up to 180 days
Refrigerated: up to 365 days
Frozen: up to 540 days

Sesame is a small, flat oil-rich seed sold in white, black, or golden varieties. It brings a warm, nutty aroma and gentle richness; toast to intensify flavor and use as a garnish, in breads and crackers, or to crust fish and tofu. Common retail forms include hulled, unhulled, white, black, and pre-toasted seeds.

Domesticated in South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa, sesame spread along trade routes to the Middle East and Mediterranean. It is now grown widely in India, China, and other warm regions and features prominently in Middle Eastern, East Asian, and Indian cuisines, both as whole seeds and for oil pressing.