In terms of culinary influence, it’s tough to find an ingredient used in as many cultural cuisines as sesame seeds—they’re found in Asian, Latin, Middle Eastern, and Indian culinary traditions, to name a few. Many of us automatically think of white sesame seeds when we think of this seed, but black sesame seeds have just as much (and maybe even a little more) to offer. Here’s what to know about this sibling of the traditional white sesame seed.
Black and white sesame seeds come from the same plant, the Sesamum indicum: a bushy green plant, reminiscent of overgrown basil. White sesame seeds are the product of removing the black outer shell (or hull) from black sesame seeds. Because of this, they share the same botanical, scientific name. Black sesame seeds have been a culinary staple for over 5,000 years and particularly influential within Chinese culture for centuries.
These tiny dark seeds provide a mild, nutty, earthy flavor that lends itself to a variety of savory dishes—and even some sweet ones. You can also use them to add a satisfying crunch to any dish (that you won’t get with their white counterparts) because of their intact hulls.
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Because black sesame seeds and white sesame seeds come from the same plant, their health benefits are quite similar. However, because black sesame seeds retain their outer shells, they offer enhanced nutrition and increased levels of plant compounds, vitamins, and minerals.
Black sesame seeds are loaded with fiber, of both soluble and insoluble varieties. This helps maintain digestive regularity while also addressing digestive concerns like diarrhea and constipation. Plus, the fiber found in black sesame seeds feeds the healthy bacteria that make up our gut microbiome,
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