It is ground from fried sesame seeds. It has a strong flavor and is often used as a seasoning in cooking. According to the color of sesame seeds used, sesame paste can be divided into white sesame paste and black sesame paste.
In terms of eating methods, white sesame paste is favored because of its delicate taste and mellow flavor. In medicine, black sesame paste is widely used because of its rich nutrition.
Especially in North China and Northeast China, sesame sauce plays an important role in hot pot, so it is also called northern sauce. Sesame paste here is usually made of refined white sesame seeds, with fine production technology, golden color, smooth taste and mellow taste, which is deeply loved by local people.
The main features of sesame paste include:
1, color and texture: Sesame paste is yellowish brown in color and fine in texture.
2. Rich aroma: Sesame paste has the inherent rich aroma of sesame.
3. High nutritional value: Sesame paste is rich in nutrients such as protein, fat, vitamin E and B vitamins. Sesame paste made by traditional technology is ground by low-temperature stone mill, which can not only ensure that the nutritional components of sesame are not lost, but also fully stimulate the fragrance and nutritional components of sesame.
4. Used as seasoning: Sesame paste is one of the most popular flavor condiments. Generally used as seasoning for noodles, steamed bread, bread or cold salad, and also used as stuffing for biscuits and sweet steamed bread.
The storage method is simple: put it in a clean container and store it in a cool, dry and clean place. A layer of oil slick can be left on the top of the sauce to isolate the air.
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