Dried Black Sesame Seeds (Hei Zhi Ma) | (100g bottle)

About

Black sesame seeds (Hei Zhi Ma) have long been valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine and culinary traditions for their rich nutritional profile. Naturally containing vitamins, minerals and fats, these tiny seeds are a versatile addition to a balanced diet.

Whether sprinkled over meals or blended into recipes, black sesame seeds may contribute to overall well-being and vitality.

At Vita, we supply concentrated herbal granules for busy individuals that do not have the time to decoct Chinese herbs traditionally.

Our concentrated granules are made by spray drying, so they dissolve quickly in hot water.

Potential benefits

Nourishment: Black sesame seeds naturally contain protein, fats, dietary fibre, vitamins B1, B6 and E, and minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc.

Traditional Use: Hei Zhi Ma is valued in Chinese herbal practice and food tradition as one of the dark-coloured foods.

Daily Routine: The granules are often enjoyed in a warm drink as part of a daily routine.

Natural Compounds: Black sesame seeds naturally contain lignans such as sesamol and sesamin.

Versatile: The granules can be stirred into hot water, congee, porridge or a warm drink.

Recommended Dosage

We recommend a couple of grams of concentrated granules per use, stirred into hot water until fully dissolved. There is nothing to toast, grind or strain.

The granules can also be stirred into congee, porridge or a warm drink. If you want to toast, scatter or bake with black sesame, you need the whole seeds rather than the granules. Both are listed below.

Store in a cool, dry place with the lid closed, and use a dry spoon. Granules draw in moisture easily.

Other Formats of This Herb

Black sesame is stocked in three forms:

• This 100g bottle is the concentrated granule, for dissolving in hot water
• Black Sesame Seeds (Hei Zhi Ma) | 100g the whole seeds, for toasting, baking and scattering
• Black Sesame Seeds (Hei Zhi Ma) | 500g the same whole seeds in the bulk pack

What to Use It With

Black sesame belongs to a group of dark-coloured foods traditionally used together in Chinese cooking:

• Black Soybeans (Hei Dou) | 100g the closest companion in the same traditional grouping
• Red Adzuki Beans (Hong Dou) | 100g paired with black sesame in traditional sweet fillings
• Dried Goji Berries (Gou Qi Zi) | 100g a common partner in breakfast bowls and teas

Browse the full range in our Botanical Extract Granules collection.

Why Choose Vita?

Every herb we sell at Vita Herbal Nutrition is non-sulphur treated and chosen for use in the kitchen and in traditional preparation.

We proudly offer a 100% sulphur-free range of herbs. Many companies use sulphur to improve the appearance and longevity of herbs, but this process can compromise the herb’s natural integrity and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. You can read more on our non-sulphur treated herbs page.

We follow the DaoDi principle of choosing each herb from the area traditionally associated with it, and we have worked with the same supply partners since 2010.

FAQ

What nutrients do black sesame seeds contain?
Black sesame seeds naturally contain calcium, iron, magnesium and vitamin E.

What compounds do black sesame seeds contain?
They naturally contain lignans such as sesamol and sesamin.

How do I use the granules?
Stir a couple of grams into hot water until dissolved, or into congee, porridge or a warm drink.

How is black sesame traditionally used?
In Chinese food tradition it belongs to the dark-coloured foods and is often stirred into congee, porridge and sweet soups.

How much should I use?
A couple of grams per use. The granules are concentrated, so a small amount goes a long way.

What is the difference between the granules and the whole seeds?
The granules are a concentrated extract that dissolves in hot water. The whole seeds are the ingredient itself, so they can be toasted, ground into paste or scattered over food.