Sesame Oil

Sesame oil is an yellow colored, aromatic edible oil, made from toasted sesame seeds, it comes in two basic types, light or dark sesame oil, both are popular in Chinese cooking. Besides being usd for stir-frying (not good for deep-frying) , however, it is normally added as a flavoring seasoning in the final stage of cookings in Chinese cuisine, such as salads. The sesame oil do have some healthy benefits, such as anticancer, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory effects.

Sesame oil

Gingili oil, benne oil, teel oil.

Do not trying subsitute untoasted sesame oil for toasted ones, though you can find untoasted ones easily in many supermarkets.

Store sesame oil in a cool, dark, and dry place, avoid light or heat, it will keep for several months, but it will turn rancid when kept in the open quickly. It is best kept in the refrigerator.

Sesame oil are not supposed to be employed during the cooking process, such as frying, baking, or boiling, because high temperatures may distory its therapeutic effects, but you can use it in a low-temperature saute.

Sesame oil usually used in holistic preparations, such as treating infections, and stimulating brain activity. In China, people use it for preparation of meals for woman after given birth. Sesame oil is also used to treat dizziness, blurred vision, headaches, it may help to lower cholesterol levels and prevent atherosclerosis as well. It may also have potential as a cancer fighter as it blocks the growth of malignant melanoma in human cells.