
Hulled Sesame Seeds
Sesamum indicum, the sesame plant, yields seeds that are high in protein, fibre, and healthful fats. Calcium, B vitamins, vitamin E, and antioxidants are all found in sesame seeds.
Sesame seeds can be eaten raw, added to dishes as an ingredient, or cooked with sesame seed oil.
Tahini is a paste formed from sesame seeds that is used to make hummus and other dishes. The outer covering or hulls of sesame seeds have been removed during the manufacturing process, resulting in hulled sesame seeds.