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Chinese Sesame Paste

Zhīmajiàng (芝麻酱) Allergens: Sesame
Chinese Sesame Paste

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Pedaliaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Toasted White Sesame Seeds

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Chinese Sesame Paste ?

A thick, deeply nutty paste made from toasted white sesame seeds, distinct from tahini by its darker roast and richer flavor.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Chinese Sesame Paste ?

Le/La/L'Chinese Sesame Paste a un goût nutty, toasted, earthy, slightly bitter avec des arômes intense toasted sesame, earthy.

Taste
Nutty, Toasted, Earthy, Slightly bitter
Texture
Thick, Smooth, Oily, Viscous
Aroma
Intense toasted sesame, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 2 tbsp (30g)
Calories600 kcal
Total Fat50 g
Saturated Fat7 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein20 g
Total Carbohydrate20 g
Dietary Fiber10 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium600 mg
Iron9 mg
Potassium450 mg

Le secret du chef

To prevent Chinese sesame paste from seizing when mixing, gradually whisk in warm water or oil until smooth before adding other ingredients.

Substituts & Proportions pour Chinese Sesame Paste

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Chinese Sesame Paste est Tahini (Middle Eastern Sesame Paste), à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1 (adjust for roast). Closest in texture, but tahini uses lighter roasted seeds, so flavor is less intense and nutty.

Substituts pour Chinese Sesame Paste avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Tahini (Middle Eastern Sesame Paste) Meilleur 1:1 (adjust for roast) Closest in texture, but tahini uses lighter roasted seeds, so flavor is less intense and nutty.
Peanut Butter (Natural, unsweetened) 1:1 (dilute with oil) Provides nuttiness and creaminess, but will impart a distinct peanut flavor, good for sauces.
Toasted Sesame Oil + Ground Sesame Seeds 1 tbsp oil + 2 tbsp ground seeds For sesame flavor and some texture, but won't achieve the same paste consistency.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Chinese Sesame Paste

  1. Look for pure sesame paste with no added ingredients.
  2. Stir well before use as oil separation is natural.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Chinese Sesame Paste ?

  • Noodles (Dan Dan Mian)
  • Dressings
  • Cold Appetizers
  • Sauces
  • Buns (Sesame Paste Buns).

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Chinese Sesame Paste ?

Nutty, Toasted, Earthy, Slightly bitter Intense toasted sesame, Earthy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Chinese Sesame Paste ?

Le meilleur substitut est Tahini (Middle Eastern Sesame Paste) (1:1 (adjust for roast)). Closest in texture, but tahini uses lighter roasted seeds, so flavor is less intense and nutty.

Comment choisir et conserver le Chinese Sesame Paste ?

Look for pure sesame paste with no added ingredients. Stir well before use as oil separation is natural.

Ingrédients Condiment associés

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