How to Use sesame in a Sentence

sesame

noun
Definition of sesamenext
  • That’s about the size of a grain of sand, a grain of salt, a sesame seed.
    — Johnny Dodd, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
  • Add the asparagus to the bowl with the sesame mixture and toss to coat.
    — Christopher Kimball, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Apr. 2023
  • Garnish with a sprinkle of the peanuts, sesame seeds, cilantro and then the jalapeño.
    — Amisha Gurbani, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Mar. 2023
  • Toss in the sesame seeds to combine, then remove from the heat and serve.
    — Washington Post, 17 Feb. 2022
  • Roasted with sesame seeds and cumin, the squash takes on the warmth of the Mediterranean.
    — oregonlive, 20 Nov. 2019
  • Most vary from the size of a sesame seed to that of a pencil eraser.
    — Byelizabeth Pennisi, science.org, 1 May 2023
  • Some of that sesame also falls into the pan, which is the base of the sauce.
    — Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Sep. 2021
  • Drizzle with the sauce, top with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, and serve.
    — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2022
  • To the same bowl, add the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and sesame seeds, then stir to combine.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • The sesame seeds and flaky salt on top add a burst of salinity and crunch.
    — Olga Massov, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2024
  • Chili sesame oil is a nice way to add that sesame flavor and some heat at the same time.
    — Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2019
  • To make the sesame spinach: Half fill the same saucepan with water, then season with salt and bring to a boil.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Serve over rice topped with scallions, cilantro and sesame seeds.
    — Kris Kurek, Good Housekeeping, 13 Jan. 2023
  • Serve chicken and sauce over rice topped with slaw, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
    — Country Living Test Kitchen, Country Living, 22 Jan. 2020
  • The sweetness of red bean paste inside a chewy sesame rice ball.
    — Anna Kang, Time, 18 Dec. 2019
  • Nigella seeds look like black sesame seeds but taste like a mix of fried onions and oregano.
    — Ben Mimscooking Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2022
  • Bottled tahini takes the work (and the mess) out of grinding sesame seeds.
    — chicagotribune.com, 11 Oct. 2021
  • Many are caught every season on nymphs the size of sesame seeds.
    — Morgan Lyle, Field & Stream, 11 May 2020
  • The brand also makes almond, oat, and black sesame milk.
    — Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 17 June 2024
  • The sauce is jammy, with the smallest bit of oil pooled at the top, and there are rough chunks of chile and whole sesame seeds.
    — Jenn Harris Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2021
  • Add the sesame seeds and continue cooking for about a minute.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Apr. 2022
  • Meanwhile, lightly toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over low heat.
    — CBS News, 15 Feb. 2020
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the white and black sesame seeds.
    — Washington Post, 21 Jan. 2022
  • If using, drizzle the hoisin sauce and chile paste over the egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
    — Genevieve Ko, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2023
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and season to taste with soy sauce and Sriracha.
    — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, The Denver Post, 7 June 2020
  • Serve warm, with sesame seeds sprinkled over the top, if desired.
    — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 23 Mar. 2023
  • Transfer the eggplant to a plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
    — Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 19 Aug. 2020
  • Add the chiles and sesame seeds, cook for another minute, and then remove from the heat.
    — Jonathan Miles, Field & Stream, 30 Sep. 2020
  • The most common food allergies are peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, milk, eggs, wheat, spelt, rye, barley, soy, red meat, and sesame.
    — Daniel More, Health, 24 Oct. 2024
  • Pair with hummus and pita bread or butternut squash soup sprinkled with sesame seeds.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024

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