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Black Sesame Seeds

Sesamum indicum Allergens: Sesame
Black Sesame Seeds

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Pedaliaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian|Middle Eastern
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Sesame Plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Black Sesame Seeds ?

Small, intensely flavored seeds with a nutty, slightly bitter taste, commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.

"The Ancient Seed, Modern Marvel"

Quel goût a le/la/l'Black Sesame Seeds ?

Nutty, earthy, slightly bitter

Taste
Nutty,Earthy,Slightly Bitter
Texture
Crunchy,Gritty
Aroma
Toasty,Pungent
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Global Production (2022)

~7.8 million metric tons

Iron Content (per 100g)

14.6 mg

Shelf Life (Airtight)

1-2 years (whole), 3-6 months (ground)

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 15g
Calories573 kcal
Total Fat50g
Saturated Fat7g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein18g
Total Carbohydrate23g
Dietary Fiber12g
Total Sugars0g
Calcium975mg
Iron14.6mg
Potassium468mg

Le secret du chef

Toasting black sesame seeds gently in a dry pan enhances their nutty aroma and flavor significantly before use.

Substituts & Proportions pour Black Sesame Seeds

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Black Sesame Seeds est White Sesame Seeds, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar texture and fat content, but milder flavor and less distinct color.

Substituts pour Black Sesame Seeds avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
White Sesame Seeds Meilleur 1:1 Similar texture and fat content, but milder flavor and less distinct color.
Chia Seeds 1:1 Good for texture and binding, but no nutty flavor when raw.
Poppy Seeds 1:1 Similar small size and slightly nutty flavor, but different texture.
Flax Seeds 1:1 Nutty flavor and good for baking, but different texture and color.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Black Sesame Seeds

Purchase from reputable sources; ensure they are free from debris and have a consistent black color.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Black Sesame Seeds ?

  • Garnish for sushi
  • baked goods
  • salads
  • Mochi
  • Tahini
  • Black Sesame Paste.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Black Sesame Seeds ?

Nutty, earthy, slightly bitter Toasty,Pungent

Quel est un bon substitut pour Black Sesame Seeds ?

Le meilleur substitut est White Sesame Seeds (1:1). Similar texture and fat content, but milder flavor and less distinct color.

Comment choisir et conserver le Black Sesame Seeds ?

Purchase from reputable sources; ensure they are free from debris and have a consistent black color.

Ingrédients Seed associés

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