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What is Sesame Seed?

Sesame seeds are small, oil-rich seeds collected from the sesame plant. These seeds can be brown, black, or white and are high in nutrients.

After harvesting, the seeds are thoroughly cleaned to remove impurities. They are then dried and sometimes roasted to enhance their nutty flavor and extend their shelf life.

Sesame seeds are used in breads, sweets, sauces, and oils. Because they are rich in calcium, protein, healthy fats, and antioxidants, they are incredibly nutritious and versatile.

How is Sesame Seed cultivated?

Sesame seeds are planted in loamy or sandy soil that do not hold water. It grows well in warm weather with good sunrays and moderate rainfall.

To prepare the soil and keep fields weed-free, farmers apply organic compost. Sesame plants need enough watering during blooming and pod formation for high seed yield and quality.

Harvesting can start when the seed pods turn yellow and start to dry. After being cut, the plants are bundled and allowed to dry in the sun. When the pods split open, the sesame seeds are freed for collection.

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Benefits of using Sesame Seed

  • Rich in protein and healthy fats.
  • Supports strong bones with calcium and magnesium.
  • Improves heart health and lowers cholesterol.
  • Boosts energy and stamina.
  • Aids digestion with fiber.
  • Strengthens immunity with antioxidants.
  • Promotes healthy skin and hair.
  • Easy to use in sweets, breads, and oils.

How to use Sesame Seed?

  • Sprinkle roasted sesame seeds on salads or soups.
  • Add to breads, cookies, and biscuits.
  • Blend into chutneys, sauces, and dips.
  • Use to make sesame cooking oil.
  • Mix with jaggery for til ladoos.
  • Add to stir-fried veggies or noodles.
  • Store in airtight jars to keep fresh.

What is Sesame Seed?

Sesame seeds are small, oil-rich seeds collected from the sesame plant. These seeds can be brown, black, or white and are high in nutrients.

After harvesting, the seeds are thoroughly cleaned to remove impurities. They are then dried and sometimes roasted to enhance their nutty flavor and extend their shelf life.

Sesame seeds are used in breads, sweets, sauces, and oils. Because they are rich in calcium, protein, healthy fats, and antioxidants, they are incredibly nutritious and versatile.

How is Sesame Seed cultivated?

Sesame seeds are planted in loamy or sandy soil that do not hold water. It grows well in warm weather with good sunrays and moderate rainfall.

To prepare the soil and keep fields weed-free, farmers apply organic compost. Sesame plants need enough watering during blooming and pod formation for high seed yield and quality.

Harvesting can start when the seed pods turn yellow and start to dry. After being cut, the plants are bundled and allowed to dry in the sun. When the pods split open, the sesame seeds are freed for collection.

Introduction

Sesame seeds are small and oil-rich seeds. It is used in cooking as a whole seed or its oil is used. The scientific name is Sesamum indicum. They contain a nutty flavor, high calcium, healthy fats, and antioxidant properties. Sesame seeds are consumed as seeds, paste, oil, and garnish on sweets and breads.

What is the benefit of sesame seeds?

Sesame seeds are good for bone health due to their high calcium and magnesium. They make heart health better with its healthy fats. That’s why sesame oil is recommended to heart patients. It is good for digestion, as an energy booster, skin and hair friend, and source of antioxidants.

Black sesame seeds vs white sesame seeds

Black sesame seeds have a stronger flavor. The seeds are traditionally used in Ayurvedic remedies for hair, bones, and aging. People of Bengal love to consume it as a food item and produce oil out of it. White sesame seeds are milder, more common in cooking and sweets. The white colour of it makes it suitable to be used in cooking. Though both are nutritious, but black sesame seeds contain slightly higher antioxidants.

What is Sesame Seed called in different languages?

Sesame Seed in Hindi

Sesame Seed in Hindi is called Til (तिल).

Sesame Seed in Tamil

Sesame Seed in Tamil is called Ellu (எள்ளு).

Sesame Seed in Telugu

Sesame Seed in Telugu is called Nuvvulu (నువ్వులు).

Sesame Seed in Kannada

Sesame Seed in Kannada is called Ellu (ಎಳ್ಳು).

Sesame Seed in Bengali

Sesame Seed in Bengali is called Til (তিল).

Sesame Seed in Malayalam

Sesame Seed in Malayalam is called Ellu (എള്ള്).

Sesame Seeds HSN code

  • HSN 120740 – Sesamum (sesame) seeds
  • HSN 12074010 – Sesame seeds for sowing (seed quality)
  • HSN 12074090 – Other sesame seeds (natural, hulled, edible)

Frequently Asked Questions

In India, sesame seeds are called Til (तिल) in Hindi. They are also known as Ellu, Nuvvulu, and other regional names across different states.

Yes, sesame seeds are safe to eat daily in moderate amounts. They can give you healthy fats, calcium, and antioxidants. But consume it within limit.

People with sesame allergies, digestive sensitivity and kidney stones should be cautious to have it. Or those advised to limit fat intake should avoid or limit sesame seeds.

There is no particular best time to eat sesame seeds. It has different benefits depending on your goal.