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sesame seed

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sesame seed has 1 sense
  1. sesame seed, benniseed - small oval seeds of the sesame plant
    --1 is a kind of flavorer, flavourer, flavoring, flavouring, seasoner, seasoning
    --1 is a part of sesame, benne, benni, benny, Sesamum indicum
    --1 has substances: sesame oil

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Sesame Seed

Description

Sesame seeds are the edible seeds of a flowering plant, native to Africa, that are used as a popular ingredient in various cuisines around the world. These small, oval-shaped seeds come in different colors such as white, black, and brown, and have a slightly nutty flavor.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Food Ingredient

Sesame seeds are commonly used as a topping or garnish in baked goods, bread, sushi, and salads to add a crunchy texture and enhance the overall flavor.

Example sentence: The baker sprinkled sesame seeds over the freshly baked bagels.

Noun - Oil Production

Sesame seeds are pressed to extract oil, which is often used in cooking, frying, and as a flavoring agent in various dishes.

Example sentence: The recipe called for sesame seed oil to give the stir-fry a distinct taste.

Adjective - Popular

If a dish is described as sesame-seed, it means that it includes sesame seeds as a prominent ingredient that provides a distinct taste or texture.

Example sentence: The restaurant's signature dish is a sesame-seed crusted salmon with a tangy sauce.

Adjective - Local

Sesame-seed is also used to refer to products or dishes that are specific to a particular region or culture using sesame seeds as a key component.

Example sentence: The street food vendor served mouthwatering local snacks like sesame-seed balls.

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