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胡麻 (Goma)

Sesame seeds

  • ごま
  • Goma
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  • grains and seeds
  • ingredients

Meaning

胡麻 (ごま, Goma) is Sesame seeds, a Japanese food (grains and seeds, ingredients).

What is Sesame seeds?

Goma (sesame seed) is a common ingredient in various cuisines. It is used whole in cooking for its rich, nutty flavour. Sesame seeds are sometimes added to breads, including bagels and the tops of hamburger buns. Sesame seeds may be baked into crackers, often in the form of sticks. In Asia, sesame seeds are sprinkled onto some sushi-style foods. In Japan, whole seeds are found in many salads and baked snacks, and tan and black sesame seed varieties are roasted and used to make the flavoring gomashio .

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