Organic Safed Til (Sesame White Seeds), Dubdengreen (100gm)
Organic Safed Til (Sesame White Seeds), Dubdengreen (100gm)
Sesame seeds are known to be one of the first seasonings and are the oldest oilseed crop in the world. It was domesticated over 3000 years ago and is native to India. The oil content in sesame seeds is the highest of all other seeds.
These seeds are tiny, flat, oval, and come in shades of brown, red, and black. The most common colour is pale greyish-ivory. Sesame seeds have a nutty, sweet aroma with a milk-like, buttery taste. These seeds are the main ingredient in tahini (sesame seed paste), used to make dishes like hummus and the Middle Eastern confection.
The white sesame seeds are called til in India. These seeds have a delicate nutty flavour. Their flavour indeed becomes more pronounced once they are gently roasted over a low flame for a few minutes. These seeds are used liberally in cooking.
It is used to add crunchy texture to Asian stir-fries, in sushi, coatings for meat or fish, noodle dishes, and they can be mixed with black sesame seeds for a contrasting garnish.
Product attributes
- Organic
- Greyish ivory colour
- Nutty
- Crunchy
- Vegetarian
How to use it
- As a salad dressing
- Add to vegetables
- Add to dips and sauces
- Add to homemade crackers and cookies
- Add to homemade bread
- To make tahini
Health benefits
- Good source of copper the copper content in sesame seeds is known to reduce inflammation in the joints, bones, and muscles, thereby reducing the pain and swelling of rheumatoid arthritis. Copper also plays an important role that provides structure, strength, and elasticity of blood vessels, bones, and joints.
- Rich in magnesium sesame seeds are a good source of magnesium, which helps to soothe the nerves and relax the body. It eases away headaches and helps lower stress levels. Magnesium also lowers the severity of asthma and high blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart attacks. It even reduces the chances of developing diabetes, as well as managing the symptoms in patients who have already developed this condition.
- Promotes bone health minerals like calcium, zinc, and phosphorous, which are all found in sesame seeds, are a major boost to the body's bone health. These minerals help to create new bone matter, as well as strengthen and repair bones that have been weakened by injury or degeneration.
- Good for digestion these small seeds are also a good source of fibre that help to maintain a healthy digestive system.
How to store
Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
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