Description

Fragrant roasted black sesame seeds in a handy pourer, with one side sized for cooking and the other for adding a light sprinkling of sesame seeds. Add nutty flavour, full of umami to warm rice or all your favourite dishes. Product of China.

Background

Sesame seeds are popular in all Asian cuisine and are a common ingredient in various Japanese dishes too. They can be used in both sweet or savoury dishes to give a delicious roasted, nutty flavour. Black sesame seeds have not been hulled so have a nutty but also slightly more bitter flavour.

How To Use

Add these roasted black sesame seeds to a wide range of dishes:
• Savoury Sesame Soy Sauce: 2 tbsp black sesame seeds, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp water/stock, 1 tbsp sugar.
• Sesame Vinegar: 3 tbsp black sesame seeds, 4 tbsp vinegar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 2tbsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt.
• Season sushi rolls, pastries and salads.