Naturmind black szezámmag 250 g

The black sesame seed (Sesamum indicum L) is similar to the better known white sesame seed. Black sesame seeds and brown (golden) sesame seeds are unhulled, while white sesame seeds are hulled. Lighter-colored sesame seeds are used more in the West and Middle East, while black sesame seeds are more popular in the Far East. Black and white sesame seeds can also be used together as an attractive color in food. Sesame seeds are rich in vitamins and minerals and have many beneficial health effects.
Black sesame seeds are approx. It contains 60% more calcium than hulled (white) sesame seeds.
The origin of the sesame seed is probably India. The famous saying "Spread the sesame seeds" comes from when the ripe sesame seeds burst. In Africa, the sesame seed is called "benne" and is used both for the seed itself and the oil made from it. Sesame seeds have been around for thousands of years, and it is even said that when the gods created the world, they drank sesame wine.
Black sesame seeds have a tastier and stronger aroma than white or brown sesame seeds. The valuable substances are released in the toasted black sesame seeds, and the taste is also more characteristic. Its oil content is high between 40% and 60%. The oil made from it has a characteristic taste and is rich in antioxidants, which means that it has a longer shelf life. The seeds can also be stored for a long time and are more resistant to rancidity. Their protein content is also high, between 35% and 50%.