sesame

• 一年生直立草本植物，原产于东印度，种植以获取种子；其种子用于榨取芝麻油，也可食用。

An East Indian annual erect herb cultivated for its seeds, which are used to produce sesame oil and are known as benniseed.

1. Sesame plantB1formalculinary

   A tropical plant (Sesamum indicum) cultivated for its small, flat seeds which are used as food and to extract oil.

   芝麻

   • Sesame is grown widely in India and Africa.
   • The farmer harvested the sesame plants in late summer.
   • Sesame seeds are rich in oil and protein.

   同义词bennesesamum

2. Sesame seedsA2formalculinary

   The edible seeds of the sesame plant, used whole or ground in cooking and baking.

   芝麻

   • She sprinkled sesame seeds on the salad.
   • Sesame seeds are a common topping for hamburger buns.
   • Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds.

   同义词benne

3. Sesame oilB1formalculinary

   An oil extracted from sesame seeds, used in cooking and for flavoring dishes.

   芝麻油

   • Sesame oil adds a nutty flavor to stir-fries.
   • The recipe calls for a tablespoon of sesame oil.
   • Cold-pressed sesame oil is often used in Asian cuisine.