1. Introduction Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is one of the oldest cultivated oilseed crops, known for its resilient growth in arid conditions and highly valued seeds for their oil and nutritional content.
What is Sesamum indicum?
Sesamum indicum is an important seed and oil producing plant known all over the world. The seed is not only a source of edible oil but also the sesame seed itself provides nutritive values for humans. In the countries of Eastern Asia, baked and unbaked sesame seed oil is widely used, especially in Japan and China.
Where does sesame oil come from?
Sesame oil is most popular in continental Asia, especially in East Asia and the South Indian states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, where its widespread use is similar to that of olive oil in the Mediterranean. East Asian cuisines often use roasted sesame oil for seasoning during cooking, or at the table.
What is Sesame used for in Thailand?
Seeds and oil of sesame are also extensively used in Thailand for cuisine and commercially such as in the production of cream, lotion, soap, and shampoo. Usually, sesame refinement programs have frequently concentrated on the high quantity of oil and capacity of crop’s productivity .