What Is a Sesame Seed Classified As? A Look at Botanical, Culinary, and Allergen Status
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Originating in India over 3,000 years ago, sesame (*Sesamum indicum*) was one of the first oilseed crops cultivated by humans. The question of what is a sesame seed classified as can be answered by exploring its botanical identity as a seed, not a nut or legume, as well as its important culinary and allergen classifications.
