{"title":"Sesame","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"black-sesame-seeds-asian-vegetable-benne-kurogoma","title":"Black Sesame seeds-Asian Vegetable,Benne, Kurogoma","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack sesame seeds - Benne, Asian vegetable. Organic, untreated and can be stored for 5 years. Easy to grow. 85 days to maturity. Kurogoma Black Sesame Seeds. Annual. Use for added flavor in dishes. Grow in long, warm growing seasons or start indoors. Can be roasted, dried, or ground after harvesting.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e: Incorporate sesame seeds into Japanese dishes for a nutty flavor. They work well in sushi, tahini, and ohitashi, a spinach side dish. You can even roast and snack on them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis pack contains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz = 13,000 seeds \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 4 oz = 52,000 seeds \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb = 208,000 seeds \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb = 1,040,000 seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Sesame is an early maturing cultivar that thrives in hot weather. Seeds from pumpkins, sunflowers, and sesame plants are commonly used in various dishes. Sesame seeds come from the plant Sesamum indicum, found in India, China, Mexico, and the Caribbean and southern U.S. It was believed to originate in Africa and is also known as benne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips for Cultivating Black Sesame Seeds: Kurogoma Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn USDA zones 9-10, direct sow Black Sesame seeds in a sunny, well-drained spot, planting them about 1\/8 inch deep. If outside these zones, start indoors four to six weeks before last frost and transplant outside. Keep soil moist but avoid overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGROWING SESAME SEEDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure a successful harvest, start Black Sesame seeds indoors in a rich growing medium, planting them ¼” deep. Keep the soil moist and allow 10-14 days for the plants to emerge. Once outside temperatures reach 70 degrees, they can be transplanted.\u003cbr\u003eOnce established, sesame is drought-tolerant and will grow to 3-5 feet or taller with white and sometimes pink flowers. Plant sesame in full sunlight spaced 2-3 feet apart to allow healthy development. Once established, sesame can thrive even in high temperatures with little water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Sesame\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest sesame seeds by collecting the dried, open seed pods from the bottom branches. Bring the pods indoors to finish drying, then shake them over a bowl, bucket, or cloth to collect the seeds. In short growing seasons, you can also harvest the still-green pods and dry them indoors for a longer drying period. 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They come in a host of different colors, depending upon the variety, including white, yellow, black and red.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSesame seeds are highly valued for their high content of sesame oil, an oil that is very resistant to rancidity. Sesame seeds are the main ingredients in both tahini and the Middle Eastern sweet treat, halvah. Open sesame—the famous phrase from the Arabian Nights—reflects the distinguishing feature of the sesame seed pod, which bursts open when it reaches maturity. The scientific name for sesame seeds is Sesamun indicum.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSesame seeds are a very good source of the minerals copper and manganese. They are also a good source of magnesium, calcium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, selenium, and zinc. In addition, sesame seeds are a good source of both dietary fibre and monounsaturated fat\u003cbr\u003eAfghani Sesame is a very early maturing, dependable cultivar that likes hot weather.Up to 3’ tall, it produces an abundance of seed pods that burst open when ripe, with 80-100 tan seeds per pod. The tillers are candelabra- like and are delicately, strikingly beautiful.An annual herb grown for its edible seeds in long pods. Tropical and heat loving, it thrives wherever cotton can be raised. Dried seeds taste nutty; their flavor is dramatically increased by toasting. Seeds are dry roasted and used whole in cooking or ground and used as a paste for flavor. Used extensively in Asian, East Indian and Mediterranean cuisines\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSesame, or Sesamum indicum, is a tender annual plant grown for its oilseeds. . Sesame is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world, originating in Babylon and Assyria more that 4,000 years ago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasy to Grow It is a beautiful plant to add to your ornamental gardens. The sesame plant will grow up to three to four feet tall with large, textured leaves, and produce attractive white, bell-shaped flowers about an inch long in summer. These flowers resemble foxglove blooms and attract bees and butterflies in the gardens. After booming, seed capsules about 1 to 1.5 inches long will develop on flower stalks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seeds ripen in the early fall and need to be harvested when seed capsules are dry on stalks, but before the seed capsules split on the plants. There are several varieties of sesame seeds available; off-white, brown, grey and black. Some of them produce light pink flowers, instead of pure white.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a high-value food crop, sesame is used as a whole seed in baking and cooking and for the cooking oil extracted from the seed. The dried seeds have a nutty flavor that is enhanced upon roasting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViability of sesame seeds is approximately five years after dried and properly stored at room temperature in air-tight containers. Freezing is not recommended for storing sesame seeds because they tend to get damaged in extremely cold temperature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow seeds directly in the ground after the last frost in early spring. Sesame requires full sun..\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAFGHANI NATURAL SESAME SEED\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Dried seeds,heirloom,Plant,in Garden,Spring planting,annual,vegetable,Seeds,Easy to grow,Afghani Sesame,AFGHANI NATURAL SESAME SEED\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":28442790737,"sku":"P19622S","price":3.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28442790801,"sku":"P19623S","price":4.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":28442790865,"sku":"P19624S","price":5.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2000 seeds","offer_id":28442790929,"sku":"P19625S","price":8.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395165548730.jpg?v=1759503650"},{"product_id":"white-sesame-plant-seeds-easy-to-grow-organic-fresh-untreated-seeds-can-stored-up-to-5yrs","title":"WHITE  Sesame Plant seeds -Easy to Grow.","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite SESAME Seeds-Benne -(Organic ,Fresh Untreated seeds) Can stored up to 5yrs - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe seeds can be eaten whole, ground into a paste known as tahini or processed into an oil. They have a mild, nutty flavor and a slight crunch.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eseeds \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003ePumpkin seeds come from pumpkins, sunflower seeds come from sunflowers and sesame seeds come from¦ sesames? Actually, sesame seeds come from a tropical plant called Sesamum indicum which is believed to have originated in Africa and today is commercially cultivated mostly in India, China and Mexico. In the Caribbean and southern U.S., sesame seeds are often known by the African name, benne.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seeds, which vary in color grow in pods which burst open when ripe. This is said to be the basis of the magic phrase of open sesame in the Arabian Nights.\u003cbr\u003eIn cooking, sesame seeds are not just important as a decoration on Big Macs. For their diminutive size, they pack a potent array of nutrients. They are a good source of calcium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, vitamin B1 (thiamine) and zinc.\u003cbr\u003eSesame seeds are an excellent source of copper, an important mineral element in the body’s anti-inflammatory systems which has been known to help reduce the pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis.\u003cbr\u003eIn addition, sesame seeds have been found to have the highest levels of phytosterols among the most common seeds and nuts in America. Phytosterols are plant compounds believed to reduce blood levels of cholesterol. Their cholesterol-lowering effect may be heightened by the presence of two lignans they contain called sesamin and sesamolin. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGROWING SESAME SEEDS\u003cbr\u003eStart plants indoors a few weeks before the last frost ensures a successful harvest. Germinate plants indoors by planting seeds ¼” deep in a rich growing medium. Kept moist, plants will emerge in 10-14 days and will be ready to transplant once outside temperatures reach 70 degrees.\u003cbr\u003eOnce established, sesame is drought-tolerant and will grow to 3-5 feet or taller with white and sometimes pink flowers. Plant sesame in full sunlight spaced 2-3 feet apart to allow healthy development. Once established, sesame can thrive even in high temperatures with little water.\u003cbr\u003eFlowers will eventually develop into dozens of elongated seed pods. Seeds are ready to be harvested when these pods turn brown and begin to open. Mature seed pods are delicate and should be picked carefully to avoid seed loss.\u003cbr\u003eHistory\u003cbr\u003eArcheological evidence suggests that the sesame plant was grown at least 2500 years ago and it has a rich mythological heritage. An Assyrian legend tells of the gods drinking a wine made from sesame seeds on the day before they created the world.\u003cbr\u003eThis food crop is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world. It was a highly prized in Babylon and Assyria at least 4,000 years ago! In Hindu legend the seeds are a symbol of immortality. The Egyptians and Persians ground the seeds into flour, while the Romans made a spread for bread. Today, in China, Japan and India it is an important source of cooking oil. Sesame (Sesamum indicum ) or Ajonjolí, as its known in Spanish, arrived in the New World Tropics with the early colonists, and many Latin American countries are still today traditional producers of sesame \u003cbr\u003eTry them in this lovely, refreshing summer salad.\u003cbr\u003eGabrielles Spinach, Strawberry and Sesame Salad\u003cbr\u003e2 bags of pre-washed baby spinach\u003cbr\u003e4 cups of fresh strawberries, sliced\u003cbr\u003e½ teaspoon Dijon mustard\u003cbr\u003e½ cup extra virgin olive oil\u003cbr\u003e¼ cup white wine vinegar\u003cbr\u003e¼ cup sesame seeds\u003cbr\u003eCoarse unrefined sea salt\u003cbr\u003eCoarsely ground black pepper\u003cbr\u003eWhisk together the mustard, olive oil and vinegar. Add sesame seeds and salt and pepper to taste. \u003cbr\u003ePour dressing over spinach and strawberries and toss until well coated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Dried seeds,heirloom,Plant,in Garden,Spring planting,annual,vegetable,Seeds,Easy to grow,Afghani Sesame,AFGHANI NATURAL SESAME SEED\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"30 Seeds","offer_id":28442816465,"sku":"P19796S","price":3.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":28442816529,"sku":"P19797S","price":4.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Seeds","offer_id":28442816593,"sku":"P19798S","price":5.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz Pack","offer_id":28442816657,"sku":"P19799S","price":6.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 Pound","offer_id":28442816721,"sku":"P19800S","price":11.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395804852410.jpg?v=1759503765"},{"product_id":"sesame-seed-benne-quail-dove-fields-exotic-bird-feed-duck-plots-food-plots","title":"Sesame Seed - (Benne)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSesame Seed (Benne) - ideal for attracting quail, doves, exotic birds, ducks, and other game birds. 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Seed production will occur in about 90 days after emergence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanting Date: April - June\u003cbr\u003eRate: 6 lbs. per acre or 1\/8 lb. per 1000 sq. ft.\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 1\/4 to 1\/2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest For: Turkey, Duck, Dove, Pheasant, Rabbit and Quail\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***non-treated seeds***\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: organic,Wildlife Food Plots,Turkey,and Quail,Duck,Dove,Pheasant,Rabbit and Quail\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":28443813649,"sku":"P23399S","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":28443813713,"sku":"P23400S","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lbs","offer_id":28443813777,"sku":"P23401S","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395651727546.jpg?v=1759506381"},{"product_id":"organic-black-sesame-seeds-4-ounce-bags","title":"Organic Black Sesame Seeds, 4 Ounce Bags","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c!-- Start currency convertor --\u003e\u003c!-- #curr_date#2014-06-26 03:00:02# #Version#5.0# --\u003e\n\t\n\t\u003c!-- end of currency convertor --\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cul class=\"a-vertical a-spacing-none\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-left: 18px; color: rgb(170, 170, 170); padding: 0px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 19px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-bottom: 0px !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style-type: disc; word-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\"\u003eOrganic, Macrobiotic, Vegan, Raw, Kosher, Gluten-Free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style-type: disc; word-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\"\u003eLend a striking accent to grain dishes, salad dressings, breads, vegetables and condiments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box; list-style-type: disc; word-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\"\u003e\u003ccenter style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"display: inline;\"\u003eBlack Sesame Seeds\u003c\/h1\u003e          \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/www.black-sesame-seeds.com\/black-sesame-seed.jpg\" hspace=\"10\" vspace=\"10\" align=\"left\" alt=\"Black Sesame Seeds\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlack Sesame Seeds:\u003c\/b\u003e Black sesame seeds (Sesamum Indicum L) are similar to the more common white sesame seeds. Black sesame seeds are not hulled, brown (golden) sesame seeds retain their hulls too, and the white seeds are hulled which exposes their true seed color. Lighter colored sesame seeds are used more in the West and in the Middle East, and the black sesame seeds are more popular in Far East cuisine. White and black sesame seeds can be used together for an attractive accent to any meal. Sesame seeds are rich in vitamins and minerals and offer several health related benefits. Black sesame seeds contain about 60% more calcium than hulled sesame seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003eSesame seeds are thought to have originated in India. The famous saying \"Open sesame!\" came from the sesame seed pod which bursts open when ripe. In Africa sesame seeds are called 'benne' and are used as food and for their oil content. Sesame seeds have been around for thousands of years, in fact it is said that when the gods created the world they drank sesame seed wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003eBlack sesame seeds are more flavorful and have a stronger aroma than white or brown sesame seeds. Toasting black sesame seeds releases beneficial chemicals as well as enhancing the flavor. Black sesame seeds are rich in a fatty oil. Oil content is high, between 40% and 60%. The oil has a distinctive flavor, and is rich in antioxidants which give it a long shelf life. The seeds also enjoy a long shelf life and resist rancidity. After removing the oil, seeds are 35% to 50% protein. Sesame butter, also known as 'tahini', is a paste which resembles peanut butter. Tahini is made from ground, hulled sesame seeds and is used in Hummus and other Middle Eastern and Asian dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlack Sesame Seed Facts:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cli\u003eBlack Sesame Seeds are similar to the more common white sesame seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatin name: Sesamum Indicum L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Sesame Seeds are not hulled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack sesame seeds are more flavorful than hulled seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSesame seeds are 40 to 60 percent oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSesame seeds are high in protein.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Sesame Seeds add an attractive accent to food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c!-- Begin inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\n    \n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End inkFrog Gallery --\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(65, 168, 95);\"\u003eSelect your desired size and color from the available option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28570121041,"sku":"P23504S","price":9.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395532419258.jpg?v=1759506471"}],"url":"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/en-de\/collections\/sesame.oembed","provider":"Caribbean garden seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}