Eating in China
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Sesame seeds

芝麻Zhīma

Small seeds used in sweet fillings.

Type
Edible seeds

A CLOSER LOOK

How to recognize it

Small edible seeds with smooth surfaces; varieties can be pale, brown or black.

In the kitchen

One filling component in aiwowo.

Distinct from sesame paste and oil, and from the other filling ingredients.

Ask about this ingredient

这道菜里有芝麻吗?

Does this dish contain Sesame seeds?

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