What exactly is toasted sesame oil?
Often used in Indian and Southeast Asian cooking, sesame oil comes in two varieties: regular and toasted. Toasted sesame oil has a richer, more pronounced flavor, is high in protein, and is also a very good source of B vitamins and iron. This oil is wonderful in salad dressings, marinades, or cooked dishes and can be found in most supermarkets. It is often used in combination with vegetable oil for stirfrying or sauting, adds a distinctive nutty flavor and aroma to salads and cooked dishes. Tofu will take on the taste of whatever food it is cooked with. For the most intense flavor, drizzle some oil on a dish just before serving it. Because sesame oil is high in polyunsaturated fats, it can be kept at room temperature, in a cool, dry place, for several months.
