Black Sesame Seeds Hei Zhi Ma 500g Raw Whole Seeds for Cooking Baking and Herbal Use

Black Sesame Seeds, known in TCM as Hei Zhi Ma (黑芝麻), from the dried mature seed of Sesamum indicum. These farm-dried whole seeds are a familiar food and traditional herb, valued in TCM as sweet in flavor and neutral in nature with affinity for the liver and kidney channels. Traditionally associated with nourishing essence and supporting healthy hair and skin, they are commonly eaten toasted, ground into pastes, sprinkled over dishes, or added to congee and baked goods. This is a food-grade agricultural product, not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Whole raw black sesame seeds from a Chinese farm source
• Botanical source Sesamum indicum, dried mature seeds
• Known in TCM as Hei Zhi Ma 黑芝麻, sweet and neutral with liver and kidney channel entry
• Sun-dried processing with no further refining
• Versatile for toasting, grinding, baking, congee, and traditional herbal recipes

Quality & Sensory

Typically glossy deep black seeds with a small, uniform, teardrop shape and firm texture. Raw seeds have a mild, nutty aroma, and when toasted or cooked they develop a rich, warm sesame fragrance with a pleasant, slightly oily, nutty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Toast and sprinkle over salads, noodles, rice, and vegetables
• Grind into sesame paste or powder for drinks and desserts
• Add to congee, soups, and traditional herbal recipes
• Incorporate into breads, cookies, and other baked goods

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Hei Zhi Ma is traditionally used to nourish liver and kidney yin and benefit essence and blood, and it is a classic ingredient in formulas and foods such as Sang Ma Wan and sesame pastes. It is often ground with walnuts, He Shou Wu, or other seeds for daily porridges and health pastes, and is a customary food during winter months for traditional nourishment.

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