{"product_id":"roasted-black-sesame-paste","title":"ROASTED BLACK SESAME PASTE","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted black sesame paste delivers an intense, aromatic depth achieved by thoroughly heating whole black sesame seeds before milling them into a concentrated homogenate. The dry-roasting process triggers chemical changes in the seed oils, producing a flavor profile significantly richer than raw sesame spreads, with distinct notes of toasted nuttiness, slight bitterness, and subtle chocolate undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eVersatile Cooking Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDipping Sauces:\u003c\/b\u003e Combine with soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and chili flakes to accompany dumplings, spring rolls, or grilled skewers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNoodle Bowls:\u003c\/b\u003e Swirl directly into hot ramen, pho, or cold soba broths to add body and umami richness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSweet Desserts:\u003c\/b\u003e Incorporate into tangyuan fillings, layer between mochi wrappers, or mix into oatmeal and smoothie bowls for textural contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBaking Filling:\u003c\/b\u003e Spread inside char siu bao dough or knead into tart pastry bases for a savory-sweet center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eCulinary performance depends on viscosity and concentration. Products may vary based on the grind fineness and whether additional vegetable oils were added during processing to improve flow. Inspect the packaging label to verify whether the ingredient count lists solely black sesame seeds or includes emulsifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNatural separation of sesame oil occurs over time, particularly in paste formulations with minimal additives. Stir the contents vigorously before each use to reincorporate the solids. Store in a cool environment after opening to preserve volatile compounds and prevent rancidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DAIEI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52294403129645,"sku":"Kc361262 Daiei","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0861\/5818\/0653\/files\/D9E55EE9-40A9-46E8-B5FA-7010B7BE35BF.jpg?v=1786657060","url":"https:\/\/tomatostoreus.com\/products\/roasted-black-sesame-paste","provider":"Tomato Japanese Grocery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}