Most black sesame variations come out in different shades of gray or black. But, that hasn't stopped activated charcoal from making its way into apothecary and food items.

From simple garlic butter noodles to spicy sesame variations, there’s no shortage of flavors to try. Some recipes take just a few minutes, while others let you experiment with bold ingredients.

When East meets West in the kitchen, magic happens. This recipe for Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Black Garlic and Sesame Cr ...

Gently fry each side of feta 2 to 3 minutes, using tongs to rotate periodically until the sesame seeds are golden, crisped and fragrant. Remove from the oil and place on the paper-towel-lined plate.

The refined version of sesame oil creates a very light colored, neutral tasting oil that is good for all-purpose cooking. It has a smoke point of somewhere between 410 and 445 degrees and can be ...