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Toasted sesame oil
Sesame oil
For the Bibim Noodle Sauce, look for toasted sesame oil, also called chamgireum (참기름). It provides a nutty aroma; untoasted sesame oil has a different, milder flavor.
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Otoki Premium Roasted Sesame Oil · 10.82 fl oz
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Sesame oil is one of the most important seasoning oils in Korean cooking. In Korean recipes, sesame oil usually means toasted sesame oil, known as chamgireum (참기름). It is made from toasted sesame seeds and has a strong, nutty aroma and flavor.
Toasted sesame oil is used in many Korean dishes, including bibimbap, namul, marinades, sauces, and a wide range of rice and vegetable dishes. A small amount is often enough to give food its characteristic nutty aroma. It is commonly added while seasoning or toward the end of cooking so that its fragrance stays noticeable.
When buying sesame oil for Korean cooking, look specifically for toasted sesame oil. Light or untoasted sesame oil has a much milder flavor and is not the same choice for many Korean recipes. Sesame oil should also not be confused with Korean perilla oil, deulgireum (들기름). Both are used in Korean cuisine, but they have different flavors and uses.
You can usually find toasted sesame oil at Korean or Asian grocery stores and through Korean food shops online. After opening, keep the bottle tightly closed, protect it from heat and light, and follow the storage instructions on the package.
Where to buy it
- Korean or Asian grocery stores
- Food retailers delivering to your country
How to use it
- Bibim Noodle Sauce
- Bibimbap seasoning
- Vegetable namul and marinades
What to check
- Look for toasted or roasted sesame seeds on the label, rather than choosing by bottle color.
- Check the ingredients to distinguish pure sesame oil from an oil blend.
- Perilla oil (deulgireum) is a different ingredient. Sesame dressing is a prepared sauce, not the oil used in this recipe.
Can you substitute it?
Another toasted sesame oil is a practical option. Neutral oil does not reproduce its aroma; perilla oil changes the flavor. Follow the recipe when choosing whether to omit or replace it.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy Sesame oil?
Korean or Asian grocery stores, Food retailers delivering to your country
How do I use Sesame oil?
Bibim Noodle Sauce, Bibimbap seasoning, Vegetable namul and marinades
Can I substitute Sesame oil?
Another toasted sesame oil is a practical option. Neutral oil does not reproduce its aroma; perilla oil changes the flavor. Follow the recipe when choosing whether to omit or replace it.
How should I store Sesame oil?
Close the bottle after use and follow its storage instructions. Protect it from heat and direct light.