Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds are extremely popular for their use in Asian cuisine. It is an annual grown for its seed harvest. Sesame seeds are small and require considerable effort to retrieve. They are mostly used for use as a condiment or edible oil. There are a couple of different types of sesame seed. There is the most common creamy white colored seed which is delicately flavored making it perfect for any dish calling for its use. The other is the black and darker colored seed. This type is much bolder in flavor and aroma making it ideal for pairing with other bold ingredients so as not to overwhelm your favorite dish.