Black Sesame Seed - Sesami nigrum Semen - Hei Zhi Ma - Organic

From Bolivia

The oldest oilseed we know of. Sesame is probably the first crop humans ever grew for its oil. It was domesticated on the Indian subcontinent and had spread through Mesopotamia early enough for Assyrian tablets to mention it. The black-seeded type is the one Chinese cooks and herbalists settled on - hei zhi ma, black sesame.

These are grown in Bolivia, now one of the main sources of clean organically farmed sesame. The plant is also where the phrase open sesame comes from: a ripe pod splits with an audible pop, which is exactly the image the storyteller was reaching for.

How it is used: toasted in a dry pan until it smells nutty, then ground into paste, scattered over rice and greens, or boiled into the thick black sesame soup eaten across southern China.

Black Sesame Seed – Sesami nigrum Semen – Hei Zhi Ma – Organic Grade

Botanical Name: Sesami nigrum Semen

Common Names: Black Sesame Seed / Hei Zhi Ma / 黑芝麻

Grade: Organic Grade

Origin: Grown and harvested in Bolivia

Product Overview

Black Sesame Seed, known as Hei Zhi Ma (黑芝麻), is a time-honored culinary ingredient cherished across East Asian food traditions.

With its nutty aroma, rich color, and smooth texture, it has been enjoyed for generations in traditional desserts, congee, pastries, herbal soups, and tea-inspired blends.

Our Organic Grade black sesame is cleaned, lightly dried, and free from sulfur, pesticides, and chemical additives, preserving its natural flavor, oil content, and traditional character—ideal for both everyday cooking and heritage-inspired recipes.

How to Use

Culinary Use

• Sprinkle over rice, noodles, salads, or congee for a traditional toasted flavor.

• Grind into pastes, sauces, or baking recipes for a rich, nutty character.

Traditional Kitchen Uses

• Add to sweet soups, black sesame paste, or traditional dessert bowls.

• Commonly paired with grains and nuts in classic East Asian recipes.

Intended Use & Preparation

• To be used in cooking, baking, tea blends, or traditional recipes.

• Toasting or grinding may enhance its natural aroma and culinary character.

Features

• Certified Organic

• Free of sulfur, pesticides, and chemical additives

• Naturally dried to preserve aroma and color

• Packed in resealable pouches for freshness

• Traceable to the growing region

• Suitable for culinary, tea blends, and traditional herbal cooking

Traditional Context (TCM Framework)

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Hei Zhi Ma is traditionally described as sweet and rich in character, and has been featured in classic food-based herbal traditions and seasonal kitchen recipes throughout East Asian culture.

It is well known in traditional home cooking and heritage-style preparations passed down through generations.

Important Notes

• Sold as a raw food-grade ingredient, not a finished dietary supplement.

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Best used with guidance from a trained herbal practitioner.

• These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.