Organic Black Sesame Oil

Name: Organic Black Sesame Oil
Brand: THE WASABI COMPANY
SKU: WAS.SESAME.31
Price: 14.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£14.00

Osaka, Japan First-pressed, organic 90ml

First-pressed organic black sesame oil from Wadaman — Osaka's master sesame roasters since 1883. Made from carefully selected black sesame seeds, roasted using a three-stage process and pressed in small batches. Delicate, nutty, and remarkably refined — a finishing oil, not a cooking oil. 90ml.

£14.00

This is not the dark, heavy-roasted sesame oil you find in most supermarkets. Wadaman's black sesame oil is something altogether different — light in body, subtle in flavour, and remarkably clean on the palate. It is made exclusively from the first pressing of organic black sesame seeds, with 5 kilograms of seeds required to produce just 1 litre of oil. Nothing is added, nothing is blended, and there is no second pressing.

The key to Wadaman's quality lies in their roasting. Every batch of sesame seeds passes through a six-step cleaning process before being roasted three times at different temperatures — low, high, then low again. This triple-roasting technique brings out the full depth of flavour while keeping the seeds perfectly round and evenly roasted to the core. The roasted seeds are then cold-pressed in small batches, producing an oil with a delicate nuttiness, gentle floral notes, and a clean, lingering finish that enhances rather than overwhelms.

This is a finishing oil. Use it where you want sesame flavour to be present but not dominant — drizzled over sashimi, carpaccio, steamed vegetables, or fresh tofu. It is also excellent in light dressings and vinaigrettes, and adds unexpected complexity to baking.

Producer: Wadaman Co., Ltd., Osaka, Japan. Established 1883. Wadaman is Japan's most respected sesame specialist, certified organic since 2002 and farming their own sesame since 2010. Fourth-generation master roaster Etsuji Wada has been personally roasting sesame for over 45 years, working daily from 8am to 9pm. His son and daughter-in-law are now learning the craft.

Ingredients: Organic black sesame seeds

Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate.

Net: 90ml

Allergens: Sesame

This is a finishing oil — use it raw, after cooking, in small quantities.

For sashimi and carpaccio, drizzle a few drops over sliced fish with a pinch of fleur de sel. The oil's delicate nuttiness complements raw fish without masking it.

For steamed vegetables, drizzle over freshly steamed broccoli, asparagus, green beans, or edamame. A few drops is enough.

For salad dressings, whisk with rice vinegar, a touch of soy sauce, and a little honey or mirin for a light Japanese-style vinaigrette.

For tofu, drizzle over chilled silken tofu with soy sauce, grated ginger, and sliced spring onion.

For rice and noodles, add a few drops to steamed rice or cold soba noodles just before serving for a subtle sesame fragrance.

For baking, use in place of other oils in cakes and pastries where a delicate nutty note would be welcome. Works particularly well in shortbread and financiers.

Do not use for high-heat cooking or deep frying — this oil is too refined and delicate for that purpose, and the flavour will be lost.

Order Cut-Off Times & Delivery Date Selection

Orders placed before 2 PM (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day, unless you select a future delivery date at checkout.

Our Delivery Service

We use reliable third-party express courier services and high-quality insulated packaging. While our couriers are generally excellent, occasional delays can happen. We pack everything to stay fresh, even if transit takes a little longer.

Time-Sensitive & Event Orders

Can we guarantee delivery on a specific day? Unfortunately not - we rely on third-party couriers and can't control their schedules. All items leave us in perfect condition with good use-by dates, but final timing depends on the courier.

If your order is for a specific event, let us know in the notes section at checkout. We can often dispatch a day earlier to give you the best chance of timely arrival.

DELIVERY Changes After Dispatch

Once dispatched, your package is with the courier and we're unable to redirect it or change delivery details.

Saturday Delivery

Saturday delivery is available, though please note our couriers don't operate phone support at weekends and our office is closed. For event-critical orders, a weekday delivery gives us more flexibility to help if any issues arise.

Full delivery details and shipping rates: here

Description

This is not the dark, heavy-roasted sesame oil you find in most supermarkets. Wadaman's black sesame oil is something altogether different — light in body, subtle in flavour, and remarkably clean on the palate. It is made exclusively from the first pressing of organic black sesame seeds, with 5 kilograms of seeds required to produce just 1 litre of oil. Nothing is added, nothing is blended, and there is no second pressing.

The key to Wadaman's quality lies in their roasting. Every batch of sesame seeds passes through a six-step cleaning process before being roasted three times at different temperatures — low, high, then low again. This triple-roasting technique brings out the full depth of flavour while keeping the seeds perfectly round and evenly roasted to the core. The roasted seeds are then cold-pressed in small batches, producing an oil with a delicate nuttiness, gentle floral notes, and a clean, lingering finish that enhances rather than overwhelms.

This is a finishing oil. Use it where you want sesame flavour to be present but not dominant — drizzled over sashimi, carpaccio, steamed vegetables, or fresh tofu. It is also excellent in light dressings and vinaigrettes, and adds unexpected complexity to baking.

Producer: Wadaman Co., Ltd., Osaka, Japan. Established 1883. Wadaman is Japan's most respected sesame specialist, certified organic since 2002 and farming their own sesame since 2010. Fourth-generation master roaster Etsuji Wada has been personally roasting sesame for over 45 years, working daily from 8am to 9pm. His son and daughter-in-law are now learning the craft.

Ingredients: Organic black sesame seeds

Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate.

Net: 90ml

Allergens: Sesame

Preparation / Cooking