Food to Live Organic Raw Unhulled Sesame Seeds have a rich flavor and high nutrient content because they retain their hull. The product undergoes minimal processing, so it retains as much as possible of the seeds' natural benefits. Hull is the part of the seed that contains lots of fiber and some important nutrients, like calcium and iron. It also contains oxalates, which are the elements that are responsible for the slight bitterness of its flavor. Note that organic unhulled sesame seeds have a rather mild taste, so "bitterness" won't be an issue in any case. How to Cook Organic Raw Unhulled Sesame Seeds Sesame seeds have been used in many cuisines for millennia, so you can easily find hundreds of recipes with this ingredient. One of the most popular ways to use them is to add to the dough or sprinkle on top of baked products. You can also use organic unhulled sesame seeds to make tahini. It will have a bit coarser texture and richer flavor than the traditional one, which is made from hulled seeds. Do not forget that you can also sprinkle organic unhulled sesame on salads and cereals. You should definitely add it to various sauces to enhance their flavor. And you can always make some sesame milk or add a spoonful of seeds to your smoothie. Organic Unhulled White Sesame Seeds: How to Store Humidity is the main enemy of seeds, so store them in an airtight container to keep them dry. You should also avoid leaving the pack out in the sun or close to heat sources. Do this and your sesame will last for a year at least. Note that unhulled seeds keep longer and there's a lower risk of them becoming rancid. WARNING: Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.