Sesame Seeds

Black sesame seeds are small, flat, oily seeds that grow in the fruit pods of the Sesamum indicum plant, which has been cultivated for thousands of years. Sesame seeds grow in a variety of colors, including shades of black, brown, tan, gray, gold, and white.

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.), of the Pedaliaceae family, is one of the first oil crops used in humans. It is widely grown and has a mellow flavor and high nutritional value, making it very popular in the diet. Sesame seeds are rich in protein and lipids and have many health benefits

White Sesame seeds are flat, pear-shaped seeds with an off-white color. The seeds measure approximately 3 millimeters in length and are bulbous at one end, tapering down into a rounded point. The seeds can be easily crushed or ground in hand and have a high oil content, creating a paste.