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Sesame oil

Commonly used in

Japanese cuisine

and

Chinese cuisine

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Sesame oil is a fragrant vegetable oil made from sesame seeds. It has a high smoke point, making it suitable for deep-frying and stir-frying. It can also be used as a flavoring agent in many dishes. Sesame oil offers high levels of vitamin E, omega fatty acids, and other essential minerals.

Ingredients

Sesame oil is made from cold-pressed sesame seeds. It contains fatty acids such as linoleic, oleic, palmitic and stearic acid. Additionally, sesame oil contains vitamins A and E, minerals, antioxidants and other beneficial compounds.

Nutritional Facts

Sesame oil is highly nutritious and contains a variety of health-promoting compounds. It is rich in vitamins A, E, K and B6, providing a wide range of benefits to those who incorporate it into their diet. Most notably, sesame oil may help reduce inflammation, improve heart health and lower cholesterol levels. Its antioxidant content also helps protect against cellular damage due to environmental factors such as pollution. Additionally, sesame oil can help lengthen cell life span and provide protection from radiation-induced toxicity.