Black sesame

What should I cook with black sesame seeds?

Black sesame seeds are a small treasure trove of flavor and nutrients that can add a unique touch to many dishes. Their rich flavor, with a slight bitterness and nutty notes, makes them particularly popular in Asian cuisine and many other cuisines around the world.

Typical Uses:

• Bakery:
  • Bread: Black sesame seeds add a crunchy texture and a hint of flavor to breads, rolls, and buns.
  • Cookies: It pairs wonderfully with chocolate, honey and other nuts in cookies and other baked goods.
• Salads:
  • Sprinkle black sesame seeds on salads to add a crunchy texture and a hint of flavor. It goes especially well with salads containing vegetables, fruits, and nuts.
• Soups and stews:
  • It adds a pleasant texture and flavor to soups and stews, especially those based on vegetables or legumes.
• Meat and fish:
  • Sprinkle black sesame seeds on meat or fish before baking or sautéing for a crispy crust and a more intense flavor.
• Sweetness:
  • You can use black sesame seeds to sprinkle on ice cream, pudding, or other desserts.
• Sauces and dips:
  • It adds a crunchy texture and a hint of flavor to salad dressings, vegetable dips, and meat sauces.

More creative uses:

• Snacks: Black sesame seeds can be used to make homemade snacks, such as nut and honey bars.
• Yogurt and cereal: Sprinkle black sesame seeds on your yogurt or cereal for a more nutritious and delicious breakfast.
• Vegetables: Sprinkle black sesame seeds on grilled vegetables for a more interesting flavor.

How to use it:

• Raw: Black sesame seeds can be used raw to add a crunchy texture and a hint of flavor to dishes.
• Ground: Ground black sesame seeds can be used to make tahini, a sesame paste used in many recipes.
• Baked: Roasted black sesame seeds have a more intense flavor and aroma.

Tips:

• Quantity: Start with small amounts and increase according to your preferences.
• Combinations: Black sesame goes very well with other spices, such as cumin, coriander, and curry.
• Storage: Store black sesame seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.