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Black Sesame

Black sesame seeds are seeds found in the pods of a sesame flower that is mostly grown in China and southeast Asia . They are a very small and have a nutty flavor. Black sesame seeds are mainly is used in Asian cuisines and in salads.

Black Sesame Seeds Pairs With:

Food Item

Flavor Affinity Level

Bananas
Apples
Salmon
Lemon
Beef
Rice
Sea Salt
Kosher Salt
White Sesame Seeds
Soy

Black Sesame Seeds Properties:

Food Property	Type	Description
Texture	Crispiness/Crunchiness	Black sesame seeds provide a crunchy texture when consumed.
Nutritional Value	Micronutrients	Black sesame seeds are packed with micronutrients such as iron, magnesium, and calcium.
	Fiber	Black sesame seeds are a good source of dietary fiber.
Color	Natural Pigments	Black sesame seeds have a dark, black color due to natural pigments present in the seeds.
Aroma	Volatile Compounds	Black sesame seeds have a distinct aroma due to the volatile compounds present in them.