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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.