Spices (340)

Watkins Chili Lime Seasoning, 8.9 Ounce, $8.99

Chili Lime Seasoning

McCormick Garlic Powder, 3.12 Ounce, $3.49

McCormick Garlic Powder is always made from fresh, whole garlic cloves that have been dried and ground for consistent, quality flavor. Every sprinkle or pour of this robust spice brings smooth, balanced warmth and savory complexity to dishes like soups, stews, stir-fries, rubs, sauces, and marinades. Skip the hassle of peeling and chopping garlic – with McCormick Garlic Powder it's easy to bring the rich essence of this savory spice to any recipe. With its strong, complex flavor and deep aroma, garlic powder is essential to so many cuisines including Italian, Greek, Chinese, Korean, and Mexican. Any dish with ground beef – meatballs, meatloaf, chili, burgers, tacos – is a great candidate for garlic powder as well.

Watkins Cayenne Pepper, Organic, 2.4 Ounce, $6.49

From our 1928 gold medal-winning performance at the International Exposition in Paris through today, The Watkins Co. brings you the very best spices from around the world. Watkins blends only the finest, organic hot peppers to offer the distinct color and spicy, pungent flavor of India to any dish.

Watkins Chicken Seasoning, 8.4 Ounce, $8.99

Chicken Seasoning

Spice Trend Garlic Powder, 1.1 Ounce, $2.99

Spice Trend® Garlic Powder provides great garlic flavor in a convenient powder that pairs well with many ingredients. As a favorite pantry staple, garlic powder is perfect for many adding complexity and savory satisfaction to many dishes. Garlic powder has all the advantages of whole, fresh garlic with a longer shelf life. Thinly sliced cloves undergo dehydration before being ground into a fine powder. Spice Trend® Garlic Powder mimics flour's texture, making it far less coarse than granulated garlic. Ultra-fine garlic powder is ideal for consistent blending in liquids and dry spice rubs. Looking to whisk together a marinade, make a quick dish or infuse a recipe with intense garlic flavor? If so, opt for garlic powder to prepare your dish in record time. Culinary uses for garlic powder include seasoning curried dishes, chutneys, pickles, stews, spaghetti, salads, mayonnaise, sauces, and tomato ketchup. You can also use garlic to enhance oils and use them to enhance pasta, vegetables, bread, and meat or bring out brighter flavors in low-sodium dishes. Spice Trend® Garlic Powder makes an excellent addition to spice blends and rubs and is great for spreading on bread to make crostini, bruschetta, canapé and garlic toast.

Watkins Black Pepper, Organic, Ground, 2.8 Ounce, $5.99

Since 1868. From our 1928 gold medal-winning performance at the International Exposition in Paris through today, The Watkins Co. brings you the very best spices from around the world. A classic never goes out of style. Our gold medal-winning kitchen staple is sourced from the finest organically grown peppercorns in South Asia to deliver superior flavor.

Watkins Seasoning, Organic, Harissa, 2.5 Ounce, $7.39

Since 1868. From our 1928 gold medal-winning performance at the International Exposition in Paris through today, The Watkins Co. brings you the very best spices from around the world. Please recycle.

Watkins Rub, Organic, Sweet & Savory, Grilling, 3.6 Ounce, $5.29

The bold flavors of the Northwoods of Minnesota run as deep as the Great Lakes themselves. The Watkins Co. brings the authentic seasonings of the true north to your kitchen or grill, just as we have for more than 150 years.

McCormick Ground Cumin, 1.5 Ounce, $2.49

Rich and hearty McCormick® Ground Cumin is always ground from whole cumin seeds. It brings earthy warmth and subtle citrus flavor to chili, tacos, steak and lamb. A global favorite in Mexican, Latin American, Indian and North African kitchens, cumin imparts a distinctive earthy aroma and taste. It is an essential spice in Mexican tamales and mole sauce, and in Tex-Mex dishes like enchiladas. Cumin is a must-have spice for Middle Eastern hummus, couscous, stews and lamb dishes. In India, cooks add it with turmeric and coriander to curry spice blends. Cumin brings toasty warmth to lentil soup, bean dips, roasted vegetables and meatless dishes. It is delicious in marinades and spice rubs for meats, where it enhances their savory flavor.

McCormick Ground Cinnamon, 4.12 Ounce, $3.99

One of the world's oldest spices, cinnamon is also one of the most popular- and for good reason! It brings deep, warm sweetness to so many dishes- from gingerbread cookies and pumpkin pie to sweet potatoes and spice rubs. McCormick Ground Cinnamon is aged up to 15 years for rich flavor. It's perfect for both sweet and savory recipes. Add our premium ground cinnamon to cinnamon rolls or French toast for a Christmas breakfast treat, or sprinkle it on the Thanksgiving pecan pie or apple pie. Use to enhance savory dishes like chili, couscous or butternut squash, or to add a nuanced sweetness to meat rubs or baked ham. Add a dash of cinnamon (or a cinnamon stick) to coffee, cider, cocoa or chai tea for spicy warmth the whole family will enjoy.

Spice Trend Dill Weed, 0.2 Ounce, $2.99

Spice Trend® Dill Weed is the dried feathery leaves of a plant in the parsley family, from which we also get dill seed. The herb brings sweet, bright flavor to poultry, fish, potatoes and cheeses. Spice Trend® Dill Weed is dried to retain herby flavor and bright green color. It is best in dishes which require little or no cooking, like cucumber salad, yogurt sauces and cream cheese spread for bagels. Stir dill weed along with your favorite spices into sour cream for a quick and easy vegetable dip. Or whisk into dressings for potato, pasta and leafy salads, marinades for seafood and chicken, or add to pickling spice blends. Dill weed’s mild flavor is perfect for quick-cooking salmon, steamed vegetables and deviled eggs.

McCormick GRILL MATES Smokehouse Maple Seasoning, 3.5 Ounce, $2.49

Shake on our smoky, sweet blend of coarsely ground McCormick Smokehouse Maple Seasoning to liven up chicken, pork and seafood. Made with brown sugar, garlic, onion, maple syrup, orange peel and natural smoke flavor, this sweet and smoky seasoning brings robust flavor to the table. All it takes it just 1 tablespoon of our seasoning per 1 pound of meat to turn a simple meal into a mouthwatering event. From America's #1 herb and spice brand. With No added MSG or artificial flavors -- it's flavor you can see, and feel great about!

McCormick Gourmet Organic Basil Leaves, 0.55 Ounce, $6.99

Sweet basil holds a place of honor in Italian cuisine where it lends its minty, anise-like flavor to salads, summer vegetables, chicken, seafood and tomato-based dishes. At McCormick, our basil is carefully harvested and dried to retain natural green color and fragrant sweetness. Basil is perfect partner for all things tomato. Slow-cooked marinara sauce, minestrone, tomato-based fish soups and braised pot roast are dishes in which basil really shines. A sprinkle on top of pizza or pasta adds instant pizzazz. Try whisking basil into a vinaigrette to dress a Caprese or Greek salad or adding it to a marinade for grilled pork or chicken. Toss vegetables like zucchini and bell peppers with basil and olive oil before roasting or grilling.

Cholula Original Taco - Medium Recipe Mix, 1 Ounce, $1.79

Bring the bold, balanced flavor of Cholula® to taco night with an authentic blend of peppers and signature spices. Just like our Original Hot Sauce, this taco seasoning offers medium spicy heat that’s perfect for family dinners. Make Taco Tuesdays your easiest meal of the week- enjoy ground beef or turkey tacos in just 15 minutes! In addition to tacos, use the meat filling in quesadillas or enchiladas. Or, switch it up and make street tacos with sliced chicken or steak. Our premium taco mix is good enough for entertaining. For a Mexican seafood dinner party, serve shrimp or fish tacos with a squeeze of fresh lime. Cholula is the brand you know and trust to bring you meals that celebrates its Mexican roots.

Essential Everyday Garlic Powder, 3.12 Ounce, $2.69

Garlic Powder

Spice Trend Paprika, 0.75 Ounce, $2.99

Spice Trend® Paprika is distinct through its mild, sweet flavor and bright red color. No spice rack should be without paprika! Spice Trend® Paprika adds strong visual appeal to a dish as a colorful garnish. Paprika starts with whole, ripe peppers, the sweeter, gentler cousin of the hot chili pepper family. Paprika is a mellow ingredient, bringing fruity, slightly sweet and toasty notes to chicken paprikash, pork or beef stew, casseroles, roasted potatoes or vegetables, barbecue sauce and marinades. Sprinkle on eggs, fish, soups and potatoes, add to stews, pasta sauce and roasts, or use as a rub or in a marinade for pork or chicken.

McCormick Paprika, 2.12 Ounce, $4.99

No spice rack should be without a jar of paprika! Use this versatile spice to add sweet pepper flavor and vivid red color to pretty much any dish- try it on deviled eggs, pasta or potato salad, roast meats, and more. McCormick Paprika always starts with whole, ripe sweet peppers, the gentler cousin of the hot chili pepper family. Sweet paprika brings fruity and toasty notes to pork or beef stew, casseroles, roasted potatoes or vegetables, sauces and marinades. This spice is essential to chicken paprikash and goulash. Use paprika as a base for your own dry rubs, like pork rub, steak rub or barbecue rub. Paprika's bright red color makes it a pleasing garnish for egg and fish dishes, mashed potatoes, and even mac ‘n cheese.

McCormick Gourmet Organic Rubbed Sage, 0.75 Ounce, $7.69

Aromatic sage is not just for Thanksgiving dinner. It features a woody-piney flavor that pairs perfectly with meats like pork or lamb, or can be used to elevate the flavor of soups, stews and potatoes. The mountainous region of Albania is known for the quality of its sage, where the conditions contribute to the herb’s distinctive flavor and aroma. Naturally McCormick Gourmet sources their Organic Rubbed Sage there. Our sage leaves are handpicked and gently dried. It’s lightly milled then sieved into a fluffy, almost cotton-like texture, a process known as rubbing. Sage’s piney, peppery, lemony flavor perfumes pork and poultry for roasting. It lends robust flavor to stuffing, butternut squash ravioli, chowders, herb breads and cheese spreads.

Spice Trend Ground Cumin, 0.65 Ounce, $2.99

Rich and hearty Spice Trend® Ground Cumin is always ground from whole cumin seeds. It brings earthy warmth and subtle citrus flavor to chili, tacos, steak, lamb and shish kebabs. A global favorite in Mexican, Latin American, Indian and Middle Eastern kitchens, cumin imparts a distinctive earthy aroma and taste. It is an essential spice in Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes like tacos, chili, salsa and tamales and is a main ingredient in chili powder. It’s a must for Middle Eastern hummus, couscous, stews and lamb dishes. In India, cooks add it to garam masala and curry spice blends. Cumin adds toasty warmth to lentil soup, bean dips and roasted vegetables and is delicious in marinades and spice rubs for meat and poultry.

Spice Trend Onion Powder, 0.9 Ounce, $2.99

Spice Trend® Onion Powder is a value-driven, convenient substitute for fresh onion, providing quick, reliable onion flavor in a dry format. Spice Trend® Onion Powder is an essential ingredient in many kitchens due to its ability to provide a fresh onion taste in dishes. When using onion powder, you can enjoy the familiar, potent power of onion in marinades and dry rubs without taking extra time to chop and peel fresh vegetables. Spice Trend® Onion Powder can season entrees, sides and marinades. You can also use onion powder to add flavor to stews and soups. Rely on quality onion powder to deliver a bold aroma and robust flavors. Using Spice Trend® Onion Powder will help you create new favorites or reimagine familiar classics. Whether you decide to incorporate onion powder seasoning into dips, gravies or main courses such as roasted tomato and zucchini frittatas or as a dry rub for meats, you can rely on Spice Trend® Onion Powder to produce a consistent and quality flavor. Spice Trend® Onion Powder is a kosher.

McCormick Yellow Mustard Seed, 1.4 Ounce, $5.19

No spice rack should be without McCormick® Yellow Mustard Seed. It adds tangy, subtle heat to pickling brines, rubs and seafood boils. Mustard seed is essential for sharp, zingy flavor in anything pickled- dill, sweet or bread & butter pickles, corn relish, green beans or cauliflower. It's hot, pungent flavor is perfect for cutting through rich dishes like roast beef, corned beef and ham. Use whole mustard seeds in spice blends, marinades and glazes for meats. It works equally well kicking up the flavor of mild ingredients like potatoes, chicken and seafood. Add to the dressing for potato salad or coleslaw or the steaming liquid for shrimp. Indian cooks cherish mustard seed for the tang it lends to curries, chutneys & legumes.

Spice Trend Celery Seed, 0.8 Ounce, $2.99

Celery seed is the dried seed of a wild variety of celery called smallage which is not the vegetable we are all familiar with. These seeds are brown in color and have a warm, earthy, celery-like flavor and aroma. Add flavor to a variety of seafood, salads, dressings and brines. Spice Trend® Celery Seed gives a distinct celery flavor and mild crunch. Use celery seed to flavor cucumbers during the pickling process as well as in preparing relishes and chutneys. Grilling season is a great time to have a jar of celery seed on hand. Add it to coleslaw, potato salad or macaroni salad, barbecue sauce, and spice rubs for grilled or smoked meats. The pungent, somewhat bitter flavor of celery seed goes a long way, so start with a pinch.

McCormick Grill Mates 25% Less Sodium Montreal Steak Seasoning, 3.18 Ounce, $2.49

Show them how it's done with a shake of McCormick Grill Mates 25% Less Sodium Montreal Steak Seasoning Blend. Made with McCormick Spices, including garlic, red and black pepper and paprika, this seasoning is your go-to source for steaks, pork and burgers that pack a flavor punch. All it takes is one tablespoon of seasoning per pound of meat to turn a simple meal into a mouthwatering event.

Essential Everyday Onion Powder, 2.62 Ounce, $2.79

Onion Powder

McCormick Basil Leaves, 0.62 Ounce, $2.49

McCormick® Basil Leaves have an aromatic, sweet flavor that blends well with garlic and tomatoes. Use this pantry staple in family-favorite recipes like pizza, pasta and marinara sauce. You won’t find a more versatile herb than basil. This member of the mint family carries a fresh, green aroma with a hint of sweet licorice. It’s essential to Italian cooking but also used in a variety of cuisines including Thai, Indonesian and Vietnamese. Basil is delicious in everything from pesto and lasagna to minestrone and roasted meats. We gently dry the fresh basil leaves so that they retain their flavor, color and aroma. Rub the dried basil between your fingers before adding it to your dish to release the flavorful oils and superb fragrance.

Spice Trend Thyme Leaves, 0.3 Ounce, $2.99

One of our more popular herbs, Spice Trend® Thyme Leaves bring mellow herb flavor and sweet aroma to meat, fish and more. Excellent for everyday cooking, it elevates beef stew, chicken pot pie, casseroles, roasted potatoes or vegetables and meatless dishes with a warm and inviting taste. Spice Trend® Thyme Leaves are dried so that they retain their rich color, piney aroma and subtle minty flavor. The robust leaves can withstand long cooking times in dishes like stews, gumbos and tomato sauces or high heat cooking for roasted or grilled meats. Thyme blends well with other herbs and spices, making it often-used around the world in seasoning blends including French Herbes de Provence, Caribbean jerk spice and Middle Eastern za’atar.

Spice Trend Ground Mustard, 0.65 Ounce, $2.99

No pantry should be without Spice Trend® Ground Mustard, which lends bright yellow color and warm, intense mustard flavor to any dish you stir it into. Spice Trend® Ground Mustard adds a pungent kick to deviled eggs, ham glaze, cheese sauce and more. Mustard is ground from mustard seeds from the mustard plant, a member of the cabbage family. It’s zesty flavor and sunny color is perfect for summertime favorites like coleslaw and potato, pasta or egg salad. Ground mustard is ideal for making prepared mustards or spicing up sauces, vinaigrettes, mayonnaise, barbecue sauce and marinades. It adds unique heat to meat dishes like ham, meatloaf and roast beef. Cheese souffles, cheese dips and spreads, and mac and cheese benefit from mustard’s tangy flavor.

McCormick Perfect Pinch Gluten Free Salad Supreme Seasoning, 4.34 Ounce, $6.99

McCormick Perfect Pinch Salad Supreme Seasoning, a blend of Romano cheese, sesame and poppy seeds, and spices, adds vibrant flavor and color to tossed salads, pasta salads, vegetables and chicken. There are endless ways to enhance your salad, so keep it simple and choose a seasoning that looks and tastes the way you live your life- colorful and lively. Made with McCormick spices with no MSG added*, it’s perfect for adding a savory punch to all your salads. More than just a salad seasoning, make it your everything seasoning for chicken, burgers, salmon, avocado toast and deviled eggs. For fail-proof flavor, without the hassle, it comes in a convenient bottle with a flip-top for easy dispensing.

Essential Everyday Italian Seasoning, 0.75 Ounce, $2.59

Italian Seasoning

McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning, 2.75 Ounce, $2.49

McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning is a robust blend of spices and herbs with no MSG added. You'll get an authentic grill taste with or without the grill, all it takes is a little garlic, salt, onion and orange peel. A must have in any griller's kitchen our stand-out seasonings, rubs and blends take meat, seafood and veggies to a whole new level of flavor. McCormick Grill Mates is an essential ingredient, featuring a wide variety of on-trend seasonings to help you create perfectly flavored masterpieces that deliver bold, mouthwatering flavors.

McCormick Oregano Leaves, 0.75 Ounce, $3.79

McCormick® Oregano Leaves are carefully selected for robust flavor. Our oregano has a peppery bite and a sweet, slightly minty aroma that’s perfect for tomato-based dishes like spaghetti sauce and minestrone. Oregano is one of our favorite “shake-on” pizza toppings. You’ll also find that this aromatic herb brings a world of flavor to a wide variety of foods. It livens up Italian tomato sauces, Greek salads and other Mediterranean dishes. When dried oregano flakes are added to a marinade or dry rub for grilled or roast chicken, pork or fish, it lends bold flavor. It adds classic Italian taste to meatballs, meatloaf and burgers. Oregano pairs well with other herbs like basil, thyme and parsley in Italian seasoning blends and salad dressings.

Spice Trend Ground Nutmeg, 0.8 Ounce, $2.99

Spice Trend® Ground Nutmeg has a sweet,warm flavor that easily blends, but can also stand on its own in desserts and savory dishes. Nutmeg powder is an essential ingredient in various sweet or savory dishes. With Spice Trend® Ground Nutmeg, you can bring a distinctive aroma and warm flavor to many items on your menu. This spice is essential for the kitchen because it makes it easier than ever for you to deliver consistent quality and create craveable dishes. Whether you're baking traditional holiday treats or sprinkling nutmeg on top of a warm drink, this versatile spice will bring out the flavors of any recipe. Ground nutmeg is a powerful ingredient that delivers an excellent flavor with just a pinch of powder in or on top of your dish. Each bottle arrives ready to use and will produce a balanced and consistent taste, making it a staple you'll want to keep on hand. Ground nutmeg combines well with many dishes and spices, making it incredibly versatile. Blend nutmeg powder with turmeric, cinnamon and cocoa powder for a spice blend that works well in smoothies and shakes, as well as savory dishes such as ribs or chili. The woody, bittersweet undertones add depth to baked goods like carrot cake with vanilla cream cheese frosting or coconut cake with buttercream frosting. Add a dash into spiced cookies and decorate with royal icing for a dessert that will surely keep guests coming back. You can also use ground nutmeg spice to add a sweet, spicy and slightly nutty taste to countless main course dishes, including turkey meatballs on top of fresh pasta with a savory marinara sauce and asparagus with spicy nutmeg butter paired with roasted meat like turkey. Spice Trend® Ground Nutmeg Spice is kosher, allowing you to easily prepare dishes that meet the needs of your guests.

Spice Trend Italian Seasoning, 0.3 Ounce, $2.59

Spice Trend® Italian Seasoning is a robust blend of herbs and spices such as thyme and oregano to create the timeless flavor inspired by Italian cuisine. Keep Italian seasoning on hand to enhance all the dishes on your menu. The traditional flavors enhance all kinds of sauces, vegetables, pasta dishes and more. From creating classic dishes like creamy tomato and Italian Parmesan chicken to inspiring new favorites, this bulk blend will allow you to create endless menu items to keep your customers coming back again and again. Spice Trend® Italian Seasoning features ingredients from top sources and the perfect blend of flavors to improve any kitchen. Each Italian mix balances the taste of thyme, oregano and other spices for a full-bodied seasoning. Instead of mixing fresh herbs, you can rely on this ready-to-use seasoning that complements meals from various cuisines. Taste the difference in every poultry, vegetable, rice or pasta recipe you make with this well-rounded herb blend. Try Spice Trend® Italian Seasoning in some favorite kitchen recipes like chicken and fettuccine, tilapia with brown rice and broccoli and pork chops with mashed potatoes. It also enhances sides like roasted potato wedges and cheesy garlic bread. Kosher and no MSG added, Spice Trend® Italian Seasoning is fit to serve anyone at the dinner table. Enjoy hassle-free cooking with this pre-mixed spice blend that drastically reduces preparation time.

McCormick Crushed Red Pepper, 1.5 Ounce, $3.69

McCormick® Crushed Red Pepper always starts with whole, ripe peppers. We blend the optimal levels of seeds and pods to deliver bold flavor and balanced heat. It has vibrant, red color from the flakes and is lightly flecked with yellow seeds. Crushed Red Pepper brings a slightly fruity, chili pepper aroma with a consistently spicy heat. Use to add a kick to any type of chili, from ground beef and ground turkey to vegetarian chili. A sprinkle enlivens everyday dishes of pizza, pasta sauce, eggs, mac ‘n cheese, roasted potatoes and salads. It delivers heat and vivid color to many of the world cuisines, including Thai, Sichuan, Indian and Korean. A pinch adds a fiery flavor boost to family-favorite Mexican foods like tacos, enchiladas and salsa.

Spice Trend Poppy Seed, 1 Ounce, $2.99

Native to the Mediterranean, the poppy plant produces showy, colorful flowers and tiny slate-blue seeds. Spice Trend® Poppy Seeds have a nutty flavor and rich color – perfect for adding to breads, dressings and fruit. The appealing crunchy texture and mild nutty flavor make poppy seeds a favorite for sprinkling on rolls, breads, pastries and cookies. Or stir them into the batter for muffins, pound cakes and pancakes. Spice Trend® Poppy seeds add a pop of color when whisked into dressings for fruit, coleslaw or greens. Try poppy seed butter over noodles, rice, fish, potatoes or vegetables. The seeds figure prominently in Eastern European, German and Turkish cuisines. Refrigerate or freeze your jar of poppy seeds to keep them fresh.

McCormick Grill Mates Smoky Montreal Steak Seasoning, 3.4 Ounce, $2.49

All hail this addition to the Grill Mates® family. Infused with natural hickory smoke, this smoky, robust blend of coarsely ground peppers, garlic and spices is your go-to one-step seasoning sidekick. Grill, broil or fry with McCormick® Grill Mates® Smoky Montreal Steak Seasoning to bring deep flavor to steak, burgers, chicken, pork and seafood. All you need is flame and flavor.

Cholula Chili Garlic Taco - Mild Recipe Mix, 1 Ounce, $1.79

A robust blend of garlic, arbol and piquin peppers, and the signature spices of Cholula® Hot Sauce to liven up taco night. Our Chili Garlic Taco Seasoning Mix makes authentic Mexican steak tacos that are mild in heat to appeal to the entire family. Made with garlic, onion and a balanced blend of spices and chili peppers, this taco flavoring is versatile. Use the steak filling in burritos, enchiladas or breakfast tacos. For a seafood-inspired taco night, try the seasoning with 1 lb. peeled shrimp or tilapia fillets. It’s also a great chili seasoning or an easy way to add chili-garlic flavor to queso dip. Cholula is the brand you know and trust to bring you meals that celebrates its Mexican roots.

McCormick Whole Thyme Leaves, 0.75 Ounce, $7.59

One of our more popular herbs, McCormick® Thyme Leaves bring mellow herb flavor and sweet aroma. It elevates beef stew, chicken pot pie, casseroles, roasted potatoes and meatless dishes with a warm and inviting taste. Thyme’s tiny whole leaves are carefully harvested and dried so that they retain their rich color, piney aroma and subtle minty flavor. The robust leaves can withstand long cooking times in braised dishes, gumbos and tomato sauce. Ideal for high heat cooking when added to marinades and rubs for roasted or grilled meats. Thyme pairs well with other herbs and spices, making it often-used around the world in blends like French Herbes de Provence, Cajun blackened seasoning, Caribbean jerk seasoning and Middle Eastern za’atar.

Spice Trend Sesame Seed, 1 Ounce, $2.99

Spice Trend® Sesame Seeds have a sweet, nutty flavor. Also known as “benne seed”, the creamy white seeds are loved throughout the world in both baked goods as well as savory dishes. Sesame seeds are a key ingredient in Asian, Indian and Middle Eastern cooking, where they add a nutty flavor and satisfying crunch. In Asia, they are added to stir-fries, sushi, coatings for meat or fish, and noodle dishes. In the Middle East, they are in confections, spice blends and in tahini paste, an essential ingredient in hummus. Sesame seeds are enjoyed sprinkled on baked goods like rolls, bagels, cookies and pastries. Toasting brings out a rich, nuttier flavor – add the seeds to a hot pan and cook until golden brown.