Black Sesame Seeds Super Podi

Black sesame, whole red chillies, garlic and salt.

1. Mix with ghee or sesame oil and eat like a chutney with idli, dosa, uttapam, parathas, cheela and savoury pancakes.
2. Sprinkle over curd rice, rice and ghee, sabzis, salads, eggs, millet bowls, khichdi, toast and popcorn.
3. Mix into marinades, dips, curd or hummus to make a flavourful side.

Get creative and mix away!

Black sesame seeds provide healthy fats, fibre, plant protein and minerals including calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc. They also contain naturally occurring plant compounds such as lignans, which act as antioxidants and are associated with heart health.

Both are sesame seeds and have broadly similar nutritional characteristics. Black sesame keeps its dark outer hull and tends to have a deeper, earthier flavour.

It has a deep, roasted and distinctly nutty flavour, balanced by the spices and other ingredients in the podi. You can eat it as it is with any meal, or use it as a sprinkle or mix in a variety of dishes.

Transfer the contents to an airtight container for longer freshness and flavour. Use a clean, dry spoon while serving.