Foods Alive, Superfood, Organic Black Sesame Seeds, 12 oz (340 g)
Foods Alive, Superfood, Organic Black Sesame Seeds, 12 oz (340 g)
Description
- USDA Organic
- Non GMO
- Gluten Free
- Certified Vegan
- CRC Kosher
- Certified Organic by Ecocert SA
- Open Sesame.. say it, you know you want to! -
Black sesame seeds can be added to all your favorite granolas, yogurts, energy bars, soups, dips, spread and baked goods to add a unique nutty flavor and color appeal.
Black Sesame
In traditional Chinese medicine, black sesame seeds have sweet and neutral properties, and are associated with the kidney and liver meridians.
They function to tonify yin jing and blood, moisten the intestines, and help build the spirit, or shen.
A good source of calcium, fiber, iron, protein, phosphorus, magnesium and more. Sesame seeds have a nutty, slightly sweet flavor and aroma that is enhanced by lightly heating.
Mix black sesame seeds with honey to create a sweet treat called Helva. In ancient times, women are believed o have eaten this mixture to prolong youth and beauty, while Roman soldiers ate this mixture for strength and energy.
Suggested use
Black Sesame Tahini
Soak 1 cup black sesame seeds for about 2 hours, then drain and rinse thoroughly. Place seeds in blender with 1/2 cup water and a pinch of salt. Blend until you have a thick, creamy sesame paste. Add garlic, onion, curcumin or red pepper to taste. Enjoy!
Other ingredients
Organic black sesame seeds.
Product of Bolivia or Mexico.
Packaged in a facility that uses nuts.
Warnings
This product is sold by weight not volume. Settling of contents may occur during transit.