Sesame seed
Sesame seed is a type of seed that is very popular in the Asian, Japanese and Southern cuisine. The seeds are tiny and flat shaped and come in a variety of colors ranging from light ivory to brown, red and even black. Sesame seed has a slightly sweet, nutty flavor which makes it popular in making breads, cakes and cookies, the famous Middle Eastern halvah, salads and other savory dishes.
Sesame seeds are available worldwide in supermarkets. They should be kept in a cool, dark place in an airtight container for a period of up to 3 months, because of their high content in oil. You can keep them refrigerated for a period of up to 6 months.