sesame oil
noun
: a pale yellow bland semidrying fatty oil obtained from sesame seeds and used chiefly as an edible oil, as a vehicle for various pharmaceuticals, and in cosmetics and soaps
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For the spicy tuna, masago clings to thick, buttery pieces of tuna coated in Sriracha, mayonnaise and sesame oil.
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Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
In a large bowl whisk together lime zest,lime juice, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sugar (if using), sesame seeds, and 1 tsp.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026
To finish, a long pour of sesame oil.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 May 2026
From there, ingredients like soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices add depth and complexity.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026
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Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
In a large bowl whisk together lime zest,lime juice, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sugar (if using), sesame seeds, and 1 tsp.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 May 2026
To finish, a long pour of sesame oil.
—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 May 2026
From there, ingredients like soy sauce, sesame oil, and spices add depth and complexity.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 29 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for sesame oil
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“Sesame oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sesame%20oil. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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