White sesame seeds, or safed til as it's known in Hindi, is an oilseed used widely in cooking for its rich flavour.In Middle Eastern cuisine, it is the key ingredient in tahini, a condiment used in the preparation of hummus and other dishes. In Chinese, Japanese and Korean cooking, the seeds are toasted and used as a garnish for stir-fries or in marinades.

White sesame seeds are also sprinkled on burger buns and bread for texture and flavour. Closer home in India, white sesame seeds are used to make laddus and chikki.

White sesame seeds have a light, nutty-sweet taste and a crunchy texture.