Yamada Seiyu White Sesame Paste (500g)

Yamada Seiyu’s signature white sesame paste, also known as Nerigoma, is rich, creamy, and deeply nutty with a smooth, velvety texture. Unlike tahini, which uses raw sesame seeds, hulled and gently roasted sesame seeds are used for a toasted aroma, mellow sweetness, and warm, buttery finish. At Yamada Seiyu, the sesame paste is made slowly and carefully, using traditional stone mortars to grind the seeds without generating heat — preserving their full flavour and aroma. This labour-intensive method yields only 1.2 kg per hour, but the result is a silky, intensely flavourful paste.

Perfect for dressings: simply mix with a bit of sugar and soy sauce to elevate vegetables like spinach, green beans, or broccoli. If the dressing is too thick, add a splash of dashi or water to adjust the consistency.