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sesame oil
Sesame oil is an edible vegetable
oil derived from sesame seeds,
and is very commonly used in
South Indian cuisine. It is also
used as a flavour enhancer in
Chinese, Korean and certain
other Southeast Asian cuisines.
There are many variations of
sesame oil. Cold-pressed sesame
oil is almost colourless, while
Indian sesame oil (gingelly or til
oil) is golden and Chinese sesame
oil is commonly a dark brown
colour. This dark colour and
flavour are derived from
roasted/toasted sesame seeds.
Likewise, cold-pressed sesame oil
has less flavour than the toasted
oil, since it is produced directly
from raw, rather than toasted
seeds. Cold-pressed sesame oil is
available in Western health
shops, while in most Asian
countries, different kinds of hotpressed sesame oil are preferred.
Sesame oil has a high proportion
(41%) of polyunsaturated fats
(Omega-6 fatty acids). Yet,
compared to other cooking oils
with a high smoking point, it is
least prone to rancidity when
kept in the open. This is due to
the natural antioxidants present
in the oil.
How to select
Sesame oil is sold in bottles or
tightly-sealed sachets for culinary
use. Choose a pack size
depending on your needs.
Look out for a light golden
colour when choosing sesame
oil.
Also, make sure it is free from
discoloration, cloudiness or
granulation.
Culinary Uses
Sesame oil is commonly used
for tempering, as a flavour
enhancer, lubricant and
preservative in south Indian
cuisine.
Since sesame oil is almost
tasteless and odourless, it is a
good choice for baking.
It is widely used as a salad oil
and is also the main ingredient in
the production of margarine
Sesame oil is used in the
manufacture of pickles.
Light sesame oil has a high
smoke point, and is suitable for
deep-frying. However, heavy
(dark) sesame oil made from
roasted sesame seeds has a
sesame oil
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 1tsp (5 g)
Per Serving% Daily Value*
Calories 40
Calories from Fat 40
Total Fat 4.5g
7%
3%
Olive Oil
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 tbsp (15 g)
Per Serving% Daily Value*
Calories 120
Calories from Fat 120
How to store
Store the sesame oil in a cool
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 1tsp (5 g)
Per Serving% Daily Value*
Calories 40
Calories from Fat 40
Total Fat 4.5g
Saturated Fat 0.4g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
7%
2%
22%
Saturated Fat 2g
10%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Potassium 0.01mg
0%
Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0% Iron 0%
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 tbsp (14 g)
Per Serving% Daily Value*
Calories 124
Calories from Fat 124
Total Fat 14g
22%
8%
Potassium 0mg0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Carbohydrates 0g0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sugars 0g
Sodium 0mg
Protein 0g
Potassium 0mg
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
0%
0%
Carbohydrates 0g
0%
Calcium 0% Iron 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium
0% Iron
0%