Tampico White Sesame Seeds – Ajonjolí Blanco are small, nutty seeds used in Mexican, Asian, Middle Eastern, and everyday cooking. White sesame seeds have a mild, slightly sweet flavor and a delicate crunch that becomes richer and more aromatic when toasted.
This 1.25 oz bag is perfect for topping breads, rolls, bagels, cookies, muffins, salads, stir-fries, noodles, vegetables, fish, meats, Mexican mole, pan de muerto, and traditional sweet treats.
Ways to Use
- Sprinkle over mole, pan de muerto, breads, rolls, and baked goods
- Add to salads, slawd, noodles, vegetables, rice dishes, and stir-fries
- Use as a topping for fish, chicken, meats, and savory dishes
- Toast before using to bring out a richer nutty flavor and aroma
Product Highlights
- White sesame seeds by Tampico
- Also known as ajonjolí blanco
- Mild, nutty, slightly sweet flavor
- Great for baking, cooking, toppings, mole, and garnishes
- Can be toasted for deeper flavor
- Net weight: 1.25 oz
Serving Ideas
- Add sesame seeds to cookie, muffin, or homemade bread batter
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over steamed broccoli with lemon juice
- Use as a garnish for mole by sprinkling sesame seeds on top before serving
- Mix with soy sauce, garlic, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame seeds for a simple dressing
- Use in chicken, vegetable, ginger, garlic, and soy sauce stir-fries
Toasting Tip
Spread sesame seeds on a cookie sheet and toast at 350°F for 15–20 minutes, stirring often, to bring out their nutty flavor. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Storage Tip
Store sesame seeds in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. For best freshness, use within approximately three months after opening.
Allergen Notice
Contains sesame. Sesame seeds may cause allergic reactions in some people. Please review the product label for complete ingredient and allergen information before use.
Product Details
- Brand: Tampico
- Product Name: White Sesame Seeds – Ajonjolí Blanco
- Net Weight: 1.25 oz
- Type: Seeds / cooking and baking ingredient
- English Name: White Sesame Seeds
- Spanish Name: Ajonjolí Blanco
- Flavor Profile: Mild, nutty, slightly sweet, toasted aroma
- Use: Mole, pan de muerto, breads, rolls, cookies, muffins, salads, stir-fries, noodles, vegetables, fish, meats, and garnishes
- Substitutes: Poppy seeds, pumpkin seeds, or finely chopped nuts such as cashews, peanuts, or almonds
Cooking Tip: Toast sesame seeds lightly before adding them to mole, breads, salads, or stir-fries for a richer nutty flavor and delicate crunch.
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