Sesame seeds came from India. But they were commonly used by ancient
Egyptians, Greeks and Romans.
Sesame seeds were used
to treat stomach problems.
The seeds are gathered
just before being fully ripe. When they
ripen on the plant they shatter. This is
thought to be where the phrase Open Sesame comes from.
Add the seeds lightly
toasted in a dry pan into stir fries.
You can also mix them through butter for a spread.
Tahini is made from
sesame seeds.
If you are using sesame
oil, just use a few drops and then taste – it is really powerful stuff and
there is no going back if you overdo it.
Try adding some toasted
sesame seeds to mashed potato. Sprinkle
some over creamed spinach.
My Recipes using sesame seeds – Chinese
Eggplant Stir Fry, Pork
Larb, Broccoli
with Mustard & Sesame Seeds
BIBLIOGRAPHY - with thanks to Auckland Libraries
Cook's Encyclopaedia
of Spices by Sallie Morris & Lesley Mackley
Discovering
Vegetables, Herbs & Spices by Susanna Lyle
Spice Market by Jane
Lawson
Spicery by Ian &
Elizabeth Hemphill
Spices & Natural
Flavourings by Jennifer Mulherin
Spices by Sophie
Grigson
Spices Condiments and
Seasonings by Kenneth T Farrell
Spices, Salt and
Aromatics in the English Kitchen by Elizabeth David
The Cook's Companion
by Stephanie Alexander
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