Sesame flour is created from whole seeds, or sesame cake, which remains after pressing the oil. Due to the fact that the powder does not contain gluten, this option is great for allergy sufferers who want to lose weight.
The taste of the workpiece is similar to a nut mixture, and in terms of chemical composition it includes 40% vegetable protein. Oriental chefs prefer to mix it with almond, coconut analogue, so that the pastries turn out to be really fragrant. The most popular dish based on this ingredient is tahini, one of the most popular dishes for lovers of oriental cuisine.
magic composition
The beneficial properties of the mixture include many amino acids, as well as fiber, polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, and trace elements. The dominant place is occupied by histidine, which is responsible for the rapid recovery and growth of tissues damaged in various ways. When there is plenty of this amino acid, the healing of ulcers formed on the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract is much faster.
An additional advantage of histidine is the blocking of inflammatory processes, as well as the development of atherosclerotic plaques deposited on blood vessels. Along with this, the element has an anti-allergic and vasodilating effect.
And by stabilizing the synthesis of hemoglobin, peptides in the muscles, it turns out to improve the digestion process. A secondary “side effect”, which has a positive side, is an increase in sexual activity.
Another lifesaver is arginine, which has a positive effect on the growth of muscle mass. It is highly regarded among professional athletes, as well as those who want to strengthen the muscular corset. The hidden trump card of arginine is participation in hormonal synthesis, improvement of potency.
The third advantage can be safely called tryptophan, which is also called the hormone of happiness. With it, you can achieve a reduction in the frequency of headaches that are caused by being in constant stress. A person in whose body the presented amino acid is present in sufficient quantities will not experience any difficulty in falling asleep.
The properties of tryptophan are not limited to the above, extending to a positive effect in terms of assistance in the processes of hematopoiesis, energy, protein metabolism.
With its help, there is a successful processing of other important components of the body:
- growth hormones;
- insulin;
- B group vitamins.
Moreover, it is not necessary to eat raw materials. It is allowed to add it to cookies, or other goodies created according to the precepts of proper nutrition.
Vitamin accent
Such an assistant is suitable for those who cannot choose the daily intake of vitamin E from ordinary products on the table. There is plenty of it here to cover the daily requirement. This element has several areas of work:
- anti-inflammatory;
- stabilization of the reproductive system;
- improvement of the condition of the skin;
- positive effect on muscle function.
The cardiovascular system will thank for dietary pancakes based on sesame powder. Eaters will automatically fall out of the risk group for getting sick:
- atherosclerosis;
- arterial hypertension;
- thrombosis;
- varicose veins;
- angiopathy of a diabetic nature;
- Alzheimer’s disease;
- diabetes mellitus.
Not without vitamins of category B, which are responsible for the condition of the skin, hair, nails. They also contribute to stable blood formation and the production of sex hormones in sufficient quantities. Some believe that these hormones affect only reproductive function, but their influence extends to other systems:
- nervous;
- muscular;
- digestive;
- cardiovascular;
- endocrine.
The hidden diamond of flour is vitamin T, which is responsible for blood clotting, as well as the creation of platelets. With the help of this protector, it becomes easier to avoid the risks of getting hemophilia or hemorrhagic diathesis.
The final link is vitamin D, without which the circulatory system cannot function normally.
It also acts as a “springboard” for the processing of phosphorus with calcium.
All other benefits revolve around micronutrients and macronutrients, which include:
- calcium;
- phosphorus;
- zinc;
- magnesium;
- selenium.
Without calcium, it will not be possible to achieve a satisfactory state of health of bones, teeth, and cartilage. According to the content of this component of the sesame representative, only poppy seeds bypassed.
Due to the sufficient amount of zinc, the body is able to maintain a consistently high concentration during brain activity. It also acts as a significant help for the stable operation of the musculoskeletal system. Due to the fact that few products contain it in sufficient quantities, gynecologists have to prescribe it separately for pregnant women for the normal development of the embryo.
But if you know how to take a natural zinc storehouse, then there will be no problems. It will positively affect protein, fat, carbohydrate metabolism, and also support immunity in the fight against various diseases.
Magnesium will make sure that those who know how to use natural vitamin storage are less likely to suffer in their declining years:
- atherosclerosis;
- diabetes;
- urolithiasis;
- prostate ailments.
But even without these components, the powder boasts other useful elements. We are talking about pectins and coarse fiber. They guarantee the normalization of the intestinal microflora, activating the peristalsis of the intestines and stomach. It is not for nothing that recipes for cooking from such flour can often be found in instructions for general cleansing of the body.
Fiber allows you to quickly remove toxins that have accumulated over the years, salts of heavy metals, and other slags. Only to achieve the desired result, you will have to be patient, since restorative therapy provides for a fairly long-term use.
Indications and warnings
Before you start the course, you need not only to read the reviews of satisfied experimenters. You must first consult with your doctor. After passing a clinical examination, the specialist will be able to recommend the right dosage, or even specific recipes.
The main indications for use are:
- chronic constipation;
- stomach ailments;
- fatty hepatosis;
- cirrhosis;
- pancreatitis;
- cholecystitis;
- previous stroke and tachycardia;
- hypertension;
- helminthiasis;
- some women’s diseases.
Despite the long list of when such a culinary delight is indispensable, it has some contraindications. The most important of these is the harm from excessive consumption, which is characteristic of patients who want to achieve outstanding results in a short period of time.
In addition, there are a number of other potentially dangerous contraindications:
- increased rate of blood clotting;
- thrombophlebitis;
- thrombosis.
According to some reports, varicose veins got here, which among traditional healers has the opposite meaning – an indication. With such a disease, it is better to undergo an additional examination, reminding your doctor about it.
Usage rule
Despite the fact that some craftsmen take sesame base for cosmetic procedures, because it makes a good face mask, it is most often used in cooking.
The simplest use case is considered to be breading, which is ideal for:
- cutlet;
- meatballs;
- fish;
- at once
As a result, the dish acquires a spicy nutty aftertaste, which even synthetic spices cannot achieve.
The hostesses add this relative novelty to the dough for pancakes, pancakes. The wheat component is taken as the basis, and the more expensive analogue acts as an exquisite flavoring agent, as well as the guardian of a healthy diet.
But if you don’t feel like messing with it at all, you can just put in a hand-made mixture in order to thicken:
- sauce;
- gravy;
- soup.
The sweet tooth will like the supplement, who cannot imagine their life without exotic halva with coconut flakes and honey. If sweets are contraindicated for the patient, then a valuable addition can simply be poured into cereals, sprinkled with cottage cheese, added to yoghurt energy cocktails that athletes drink. And dieters manage to mix it with salads, kefir, and even create almost classic muffins from it.
Kids will like a nutritious spread on toast, which will include a sesame base with their usual jam, marmalade, syrup.
The only caveat here is to avoid too much consumption of the mixture. Two tablespoons is the daily dosage for adults. It is not worth exceeding it, so as not to incur problems in terms of indigestion.
Fragrant halva
Some believe that the presented nutritional composition is only suitable for tahini – stuffing for pies, a draft of sweets, hummus. But this is an erroneous opinion, because even with indigestion, ancient physicians resorted to using a mixture of honey, such flour and water. It was necessary to drink the remedy a little bit all day long to bring the body back to normal. Even external hemorrhoids were treated with mealy decoctions.
And to this day, a recipe for delicious halva has been preserved, providing for the following instructions:
- First, favorite dried fruits like prunes, figs, dried apricots are crushed in a blender.
- The appropriate (by eye) amount of sesame powder is poured into the finished paste, grinding again, but with the addition of honey.
- The semi-finished product is formed into a bar, which is sent to the refrigerator.
After a few hours, the delicacy can already be tasted. After the gourmet gets the hang of the basic recipe, you can start experimenting with fresh fruits, poppy seeds, coconut flakes.
Fancy Muffin
It is no less easy to bake a braid with a combined flour base on your own. To prepare it, you will need the following ingredients:
- 400 g wheat flour;
- 100 g sesame;
- 125 ml refined sesame oil;
- 1 st. l. sesame unrefined oil;
- 250 ml warm milk (more for brushing)
- 1 cup brown sugar;
- 2 eggs;
- 2 tbsp. l. black sesame seeds and a little for decoration;
- 11 gr dry yeast.
First you need to combine both main ingredients. After thorough mixing, you can pour yeast into the milk, a tablespoon of sugar, two tablespoons of the flour mixture. Everything is mixed and remains at rest for fifteen minutes.
For dough, the remaining components are added, the dough is kneaded. It is important to avoid a common mistake here: if the dough seems sticky, this is not a reason to add more flour.
The container with the dough is wrapped with cling film, remaining at rest until the volume doubles. As soon as this happens, the dough is laid out on a board covered with flour, punched down, divided into three equal parts. They are folded into bundles to make sausages, and then sent to baking paper laid on a baking sheet.
Later, it remains only to form a direct braid, braiding a pigtail. It is important to fasten the ends of the bundles well. The workpiece is covered with a towel for about half an hour (sometimes a little more). The oven is heated to maximum temperature. While it is turned on, the workpiece is lubricated with oil, sprinkled with sesame seeds on top.
Half a glass of water is sprinkled on the bottom of the oven, and then the temperature is reduced to 180 degrees, sending the pastries inside. Cooking time is usually about 45 minutes, after which you need to cool the braid. And you can eat.
You can also replace partially traditional flour with an unusual analogue in ordinary recipes, doing everything the old fashioned way, but with an interesting aftertaste.