Italian Organic Raw Sesame Seeds

Our Italian Organic Whole Raw Sesame Seeds from Ispica represent a unique culinary experience and a tribute to the Slow Food tradition. Although we are not the producers, we are committed to offering a product of the highest quality to enrich your table and promote well-being, especially since they are from the latest harvest. The Excellence of Ispica Sesame: Sesame seeds, originating from the Sesamum indicum plant, are known for their rich content of minerals, proteins, and carbohydrates. These oil-rich seeds offer a range of health benefits, including osteoporosis prevention and support for the cardiovascular system. They are also a valuable source of B vitamins. Ispica Sesame is a Slow Food presidium, a recognition of its exceptional quality. This sesame variety grows in Sicily, reaching a height of about 150 cm and producing up to 150 capsules, each containing 70 seeds. These seeds are small in size, amber in color, and have an intense flavor with a toasty note, even in the raw product. In Sicilian tradition, Ispica sesame is used to flavor a variety of dishes, from bread to cookies, and even in the preparation of cobaita, a traditional Christmas treat. Cultivated with Care and Respect for Nature: Producers who cultivate Ispica sesame in the Slow Food presidium are located in various areas of Sicily, such as Ispica, Scicli, Rosolino, and Noto. These loamy-clayey soils allow optimal sesame growth, especially in the warm Sicilian summers. Cultivation is done using traditional and environmentally friendly methods. Leguminous cover cropping is practiced, and weeds are manually removed or through false seeding. Irrigation is carried out using drip or runoff systems, without the use of harmful pesticides. Nutritional Benefits: Raw sesame seeds are a true health powerhouse due to their high content of calcium, zinc, and selenium. These nutrients promote osteoporosis prevention, strengthen the immune system, and combat the action of free radicals. Additionally, the fats present in sesame seeds are primarily unsaturated, such as omega-6 and omega-3, contributing to the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Versatile in the Kitchen: Raw sesame seeds are known not only for their nutritional importance but also for their crunchiness and distinctive flavor. They are widely used to garnish and enrich baked goods like bread and crackers, granola, vegetables, and even desserts. They are particularly appreciated in macrobiotic diets. You can also use them to prepare unique breading for vegetables or chicken, replacing breadcrumbs. Traditional Chinese Medicine: In traditional Chinese medicine, natural sesame seeds play a significant role. They are considered a yin tonic and are used to moisturize dry tissues and promote bodily fluids. They are also known for their anti-aging and age-related disease-fighting properties. Furthermore, according to traditional Chinese medicine, sesame seeds act on important meridians such as the liver, large intestine, and kidneys, contributing to the regular flow of Qi, the vital energy. Join us on this culinary and well-being journey with our Sicilian Organic Whole Raw Ispica Sesame Seeds from Slow Food. Discover the tradition and benefits of this culinary and nutritional treasure. To learn more about the features of our Raw Organic Ispica Sesame Seeds, visit our website today."