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Ground sesame

Ground sesame
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Ingredient Information

Name

Ground sesame

Category

Especias y Hierbas

Popularity

8 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Ground sesame, also known as ground sesame seeds, is an ingredient widely used in cooking to add flavor, texture, and nutritional value to a wide variety of dishes. It is obtained from sesame seeds, which after being toasted, are ground into a paste or fine powder.

Sesame originated in regions of Asia and Africa and has been cultivated for thousands of years. Today, it is a fundamental ingredient in many world cuisines, including Latin American cooking, where it is used to prepare sauces, dressings, traditional breads, and desserts.

From a nutritional point of view, ground sesame is an excellent source of healthy fats, plant-based proteins, fiber, B vitamins, and minerals such as calcium, iron, and magnesium. Furthermore, it contains antioxidants that contribute to improving cardiovascular health and digestion.

In different Spanish-speaking countries, ground sesame is also known by other names such as crushed sesame, ground sesame, or simply sesame. Its versatility in the kitchen makes it ideal for sprinkling over salads, incorporating into baking doughs, or for enriching stews and traditional dishes.

Nutritional Properties

7.8mg
zinc
11.8g
fiber
975mg
calcium
97mcg
folate
14.6mg
iron
475mg
potassium
573
calories
0mcg
lycopene
351mg
magnesium
17.7g
proteins
0.2mg
vitamin c
0.8mg
vitamin b1
0.8mg
vitamin b6
50.4g
total fats
23.4g
carbohydrates

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