Seasame seed is an interesting part of my study.I love it.We friends have been selling it since years with specifications around the world.Sesame is a flowering plant in the genus Sesamum, also called benne. Numerous wild relatives occur in Africa and a smaller number in India

. It is widely naturalized in tropical regions around the world and is cultivated for its edible seeds, which grow in pods/Sesame seeds are a good source of healthy fats, protein, B vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and other beneficial plant compounds. 

Regularly eating substantial portions of these seeds — not just an occasional sprinkling on a burger bun — may aid blood sugar control, combat arthritis pain, and lower cholesterol.Sesame seeds are nutritious and may offer many health benefits.

 They are a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. They also provide vitamins and minerals, including calcium, vitamin E, and B vitamins.

Due to their antioxidant properties, sesame seeds may help reduce oxidative stress, potentially contributing to the prevention of health issues, including cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases.

Raw or toasted sesame seeds are easy to sprinkle onto dishes, or people can use sesame seed oil or tahini in a variety of recipes.

I have been analyzing seasame and has been listening that grandma used it in each variety of Nepali food items.Usually sesame seed powder is used in the kitchen which is used as pickle or as an ingredient used to make one. The seeds are used while worshiping, in pujas or yagyas. It is considered as a sacred seed which is mixed with barley seeds and offered to the god. Also, the ball cakes (laddu) are made out of sesame seeds, especially during the festival of Maghe Sangrati.

Sesame powder pickle (Til ko achar or chhop) is one of the most popular pickles used in almost every Nepali kitchen. The tangy taste of the pickle has been able to attract foodies since ages. Not only the Nepalese but also anyone who savor the pickle develops a taste for it. The pickle could be eaten dry or used to prepare other pickles of potato, cucumber or radish. Sesame powder pickle is easy to prepare and tasty to eat.

Ingredients:

Sesame seeds, salt, chilly, ginger and lemon.

Procedure:

First of all, take a pan and put it on stove to heat. When the pan is hot, pour the seeds into it. Now, roast the seeds but be careful as it might burn and the whole thing will be spoiled. Let the roasted seeds cool off. Grind it when it cools off. Then, add salt, grinded ginger and chili powder to taste. Add some lemon juice and mix all the ingredients well.

It can be served fresh or preserved for a long time if stored in a glass bottle. It can be served with traditional Nepali meal or could be used to make other pickles as well. It is considered good for health as well.