Black Sesame Seed
What is Black Sesame Seed?
Black sesame seeds are the small, oil-rich seeds of the Sesamum indicum plant. They are harvested, cleaned, and often toasted to enhance their nutty flavor and aroma. These seeds are a staple in many cuisines, particularly in Asia.
Is Black Sesame Seed vegan?
Black Sesame Seed is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Black Sesame Seed gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Black Sesame Seed a major allergen?
Sesame is one of the 9 major food allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Black Sesame Seed used for?
Black sesame seeds are primarily used as a flavoring and garnish due to their rich, nutty taste and visually appealing dark color.
Is Black Sesame Seed safe?
Black sesame seeds are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Black sesame seeds are primarily used as a flavoring and garnish due to their rich, nutty taste and visually appealing dark color. They are commonly found in baked goods like crackers and bread, sprinkled on sushi, or incorporated into spice blends and seasonings.
Health notes
Black sesame seeds are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of healthy fats, protein, and minerals. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated sesame, but no specific ADI was set. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from typical consumption.
Allergen info
Sesame is one of the 9 major food allergens recognized by the FDA. Therefore, black sesame seeds are a potential allergen. They do not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Black Sesame Seed
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World Variety Produce, Inc.
Melissa's, Spicy Edamame
High in sodium — 53% DV per serving
208kcal
12.3Protein
13.2Fat
12.3Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Everything Seasoning Almond & Sunflower Seed Flour Crackers, Everything Seasoning
567kcal
10Protein
40Fat
43.3Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Everything Crispbreads
538kcal
19.2Protein
30.8Fat
42.3Carbs
The Kroger Co.
Orange Chicken Seasoned Antibiotic Free Chicken Tossed In A Spicy Orange Sauce, Orange Chicken
High in sodium — 41% DV per serving
229kcal
9.3Protein
13.6Fat
17.9Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Toasted Coconut & Black Sesame Ice Cream With Toasted Coconut & Black Sesame Seeds, Toasted Coconut & Black Sesame
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
229kcal
5.2Protein
14.6Fat
21.9Carbs
Acme Smoked Fish Corporation
Smoked Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl, Smoked Ahi Tuna
High in sodium — 59% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
136kcal
8.4Protein
0.8Fat
22Carbs
Acme Smoked Fish Corporation
Smoked Salmon Poke Bowl, Salmon
High in sodium — 59% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
144kcal
8Protein
2Fat
22.4Carbs
Brigaboom LLC
Spicy California Roll, Spicy California
High in sodium — 47% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
156kcal
2.9Protein
—Fat
25.4Carbs
Sushic, LLC
Spicy California Roll Plus, Spicy California
High in sodium — 52% DV per serving
157kcal
2.6Protein
7.5Fat
19.7Carbs
Ventura Foods, L.L.C.
Plant Based Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette, Sesame; Ginger
161kcal
0Protein
11.3Fat
12.9Carbs
CAULIPOWER, LLC
Spicy Sesame Breakfast Scramble
High in cholesterol — 26% DV per serving
103kcal
3.3Protein
3.8Fat
14.1Carbs
Marine Harvest USA, LLC
Everything Seasoned Cold Smoked Atlantic Salmon, Everything
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
211kcal
21.1Protein
14.0Fat
0Carbs
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