Kuki Hojun (Full Bodied) Sesame Oil

$12.95

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Incredibly fragrant and full-bodied, this rich sesame oil is better than any supermarket brand we’ve tried. The warm, nutty oil offers the best of both worlds: The flavor reminds us of a darker toasted sesame oil, but unlike those—which tend to be limited to finishing due to the low smoke point—it can be used for cooking, like that of a lighter sesame oil. Kuki’s oil gets its rich, dark, deep flavor from the highest-quality sesame seeds, which are slow-pressed using traditional methods without the use of any chemicals (often added to mass-produced brands to speed up extraction). The whole process takes roughly 1.5 months, but it’s worth it—this sesame oil is unlike any other we’ve tasted. Try the oil as a finish for stir-fries, soups or noodles; mixed into marinades dressings or as a cooking oil.

Sesame

Net Weight: 3.7 ounces

Place of Origin: Japan

Try this oil in our Korean Scallion Pancakes (Pajeon), Sake and Soy-Braised Kabocha Squash or Sesame Oat Crumble for a complimentary earthy pairing. Try a small drizzle or splash of this nutty oil as a finish for stir-fries, noodles or soups or use it to cook (some Japanese chefs add some to their cooking oil for tempura). It pairs beautifully with spicy, acidic, herbaceous or salty foods.

Store in a cool, dark place or the refrigerator for best results.