Sesame seeds add a mild, nutty flavour to dishes, especially when they are toasted. Middle Eastern and Asian recipes often include sesame seeds for flavor and texture. Other culinary uses of sesame seeds include sesame cooking oil, tahini (a paste made from the seeds) the spead hummus and the Turkish confection halvah.
Botanical Name: Sesamum indicum L. Origin: Central America Organic: QAI Certified Organic Kosher: KSA Certified Storage: These seeds have a high oil content, and although the oil is relatively stable while the seed is intact, refrigeration will slow the oxidation process and prolong the life of the seed.
Nutritional Facts
Serving Size 1/4 tsp (1.3g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 5
Calories From Fat 5
Total Fat 0.5g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 0mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate 0g
0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Calcium
2%
Iron
2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Common Name: Sesames Plant Part: Seed Form: Whole Bar Code: 0-89836-50068-7
