Ingredient

Sesame

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sesame seeds and oil are used to add a nutty flavor and aroma to …

What it is

Sesame is a flowering plant grown for its edible seeds. The seeds are harvested, dried, and then often toasted to bring out their nutty flavor. They can be used whole or pressed to extract oil.

Why it's used

Sesame seeds and oil are used to add a nutty flavor and aroma to foods. They are commonly found in baked goods like cookies and bread, as well as in marinades, seasoning mixes, and pickles. Sesame oil is also used as a cooking oil.

Health notes

Sesame is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of healthy fats, protein, and minerals. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sesame, but did not set a numeric acceptable daily intake (ADI). While generally considered healthy, sesame is a common allergen.

Allergen info

Sesame is one of the 9 major food allergens recognized by the FDA. People with a sesame allergy should avoid it.

Products containing Sesame

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GINBIS Animal Shaped Biscuits Cookies & Biscuits 520kcal 8Protein 24Fat 64Carbs Lam Sheng Kee, Jellyfish Piece LAM SHENG KEE Lam Sheng Kee, Jellyfish Piece Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 73% DV per serving 33kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 3.3Carbs SHIN-SHIN FOODS Pickle Vegetables Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 125kcal 3.6Protein 0Fat 28.6Carbs SHIN-SHIN FOODS CO., LTD. Shin-Shin Foods Co., Ltd., Pickled Cucumber Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 36kcal 3.6Protein 0Fat 3.6Carbs BULL HEAD Bull Head, Barbecue Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 710kcal 10Protein 70Fat 10Carbs BULL HEAD Bull Head, Barbecue Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 710kcal 10Protein 70Fat 10Carbs MASTER SAUCE CO., LTD. Master, Crisp Chili Oil With Soy Protein Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 570kcal 6Protein 34Fat 60Carbs Seoul Trading, Instant Seasoning, Wasabi Furikake SEOUL TRADING Seoul Trading, Instant Seasoning, Wasabi Furikake Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 400kcal 20Protein 10Fat 40Carbs SANRIO CO., LTD Sanrio, Hello Kitty, Instant Seasoning, Egg Furikake Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 400kcal 0Protein 20Fat 40Carbs HELLO KITTY Hello Kitty, Instant Seasoning, Vegetable Furikake Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 400kcal 0Protein 20Fat 40Carbs Sempio, Braised Black Beans In Soy Sauce SEMPIO FOODS COMPANY Sempio, Braised Black Beans In Soy Sauce Canned & Bottled Beans High in sodium — 39% DV per serving 286kcal 18.6Protein 5.7Fat 38.6Carbs DULCERIA RODRIGUEZ Dulceria Rodriguez, Sesame Crackers & Biscotti 543kcal 14.3Protein 32.1Fat 42.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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