Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds are a versatile pantry staple valued for their mild nutty flavour, delicate crunch, and wide range of culinary uses. These tiny seeds are commonly used in baking, cooking, seasoning blends, sauces, and Middle Eastern, Asian, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

Product Description
Sesame seeds come from the flowering sesame plant, one of the oldest cultivated oilseed crops in the world. The seeds are small, oval-shaped, and naturally rich in flavour, becoming even more aromatic when lightly toasted. Their subtle nuttiness and pleasant texture make them a popular ingredient in both sweet and savoury recipes.

Culinary Uses
Sesame seeds are used across many traditional cuisines, from tahini and halva to stir-fries, breads, crackers, spice blends, sushi toppings, salads, and baked goods. They can be used whole, toasted, ground into pastes, or blended into seasoning mixes for added flavour and texture.

Suggested Uses

Sprinkle over salads, stir-fries, rice dishes, and noodles
Use in bread, rolls, crackers, and baked goods
Blend into dukkah, za’atar, gomashio, and spice mixes
Add to muesli, granola, protein balls, and snack bars
Use to make tahini-style pastes and sauces
Toast lightly to enhance their nutty aroma

Botanical Name
Sesamum indicum

Common Names
Sesame Seed, Benne Seed, Gingelly Seed, Til

Ingredients
100% Sesame seeds

Allergen Information

Contains sesame. Sesame is a declared allergen and should be clearly listed on product labels.

Please note: This product is supplied as a food ingredient only. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.