Sesame Seeds Black, Certified Organic - 8 oz

Rich in nutritious oil, organic black sesame seeds add nutty, delicate flavor to breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Used abundantly in Asian and Mediterranean cooking, sesame seeds contain important healthy fat, fiber and minerals including calcium and magnesium. Black sesame seeds are a main ingredient in furikake, a popular Japanese seasoning blend, as well as black sesame tahini and halvah, a deliciously-sweet Middle Eastern treat. You can even use them to make your own kurogoma ice cream. Lightly toasting really brings out the flavor!

• Add to cookies, muffins, cakes, homemade breads and quick breads.
• Garnish fruit salads, vegetable salads and main dishes.
• Add to salad dressing, marinades, and stir-fry sauces. 

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Black Sesame Seed Oatmeal Cookies

Makes 2 Dozen Cookies

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Mix together ½ cup softened coconut ghee, ½ cup dark brown sugar or grated jaggery, 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Separately, mix 1 cup whole wheat or unbleached white flour, ¾ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 cup organic black sesame seeds and 1¼ cups quick-cooking rolled oats. Add to ghee and sugar mixture, stirring until completely combined. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto parchment-lined cookie sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Grilled Sesame Tuna Steaks

The delicious marinade, the crunchy sesame seeds and the garlic ghee make these tuna steaks absolutely divine. Dig in with a side of green veggies or a luscious green salad and a dish of rice or “riced” cauliflower.

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