Sesame Seeds
Spices$4.99 / 8 ozApproximate price based on US supermarkets.
Used in Mexican moles as a topping and to thicken sauces. Essential Mexican cooking spice for seasoning meats, salsas, moles and traditional stews.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Sesame Seeds, part of the spices section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 12 recipes in our collection, including Mole Enchiladas, Mole Poblano and Oaxacan Black Mole. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes using sesame seeds
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Sesame Seeds?
Sesame Seeds is used in 12 recipes in our collection, such as Mole Enchiladas and Mole Poblano. The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Sesame Seeds in the US?
You can buy Sesame Seeds online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Mexican and Latino grocery stores in the US.
How should Sesame Seeds be stored?
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
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