High-quality white sesame seeds that have been subjected to the Sortex process are natural Sortex sesame seeds that have been carefully peeled and offer the highest level of purity and quality. Sortex technology is equipped with advanced optical separation technology and detects and eliminates all elements that are discolored, contain foreign substances and other pollutants. This process improves the appearance, cleanliness and overall quality of sesame seeds, making them ideal for a variety of applications in the food industry.
How Many Types of Sesame Are There?
Sesame plant, known by the name Sesamun indicum, is a flowering plant belonging to the Pedaliaceae family. Sesame, known by various names such as "şirik" and "şırlağan" in our country, has 37 different types. Sesame seeds can be classified into white, black and yellow according to their color. Among these species, black and white sesame are the dominant species, which are the most widely grown Decoctions. Black sesame has strong growth ability and drought resistance. White sesame is usually the species with the widest October area and distribution area, and is known for its high fat content. Another type, yellow sesame, usually has a branched structure, and as the color of sesame darkens, the oil content gradually decreases. 
Is it Black Sesame or White Sesame? which one is better?
The differences between black and white sesame seeds can be difficult to Decipher in terms of color and taste. The reason why black sesame has a more intense taste compared to white sesame is that white sesame is usually subjected to the peel removal process. The reason why the nutritional value and benefits of black sesame are slightly higher than white sesame is due to the preservation of micronutrients during the peel separation process. 
Because black sesame seeds have a harder outer coating, their nutritional content and medicinal properties are generally considered stronger. Black sesame seeds may be richer in minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium, copper, manganese than white sesame seeds. The consumption of these seeds can reduce blood pressure and increase the intake of minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which are beneficial for bone health. It depends on your personal preference to Decipher which one is better for you between white and black sesame seeds.
Types of Sesame Seeds Used in the Food Industry and Their Application Areas
Sesame factories produce various ready-to-use industrial sesame types such as bagel sesame, pastry sesame, biscuit sesame, tahini sesame, white sesame, sortex sesame, Turkish delight sesame, tahini double roasted sesame. Roasted sesame is used in the bagel industry with the addition of molasses, and white dried sesame is used in the bread industry by being sorted (separated from foreign substances). Sesame, which is roasted or raw in kitchens, is preferred in many different dishes such as dry cakes, salads, cereal products, crackers, cakes, soups, meat and fish dishes, bread making, desserts, pastries, cheese plates, side dishes. The most common area of use in our country is the production of tahini; tahini is usually consumed sweetened with molasses, honey or sugar syrup, or widely preferred as tahini halva. 
Industrial Uses of Sesame Seeds 
Sesame, which is produced extensively in countries such as India, China and Sudan, is usually used for the production of vegetable oil. While sesame seeds are preferred throughout the world, especially for oil production, they are also often used in the production of tahini and halva in Middle Eastern countries. Sesame oil, which is also used as a spice, also has an important place in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. 
Zirve Tahini contributes to the national economy while evaluating sesame in many areas such as tahini cream, sesame varieties in the food industry. Tahini, which is consumed to our liking in our country, is separated from the husks of sesame seeds, cleaned, peeled, dried and roasted, then passes through grinding processes. At the roasting stage, tahini acquires its own unique taste and smell. 
Sesame seed is an important industrial plant due to the fact that it contains 50-60% oil and 20-30% protein. Sesame oil is very resistant to spoilage due to the “sesamol and sesamolin” it contains. Raw sesame oil is usually of high quality, which turns a pale yellow color when refined. While it is usually preferred as a cooking and salad oil, it can also be used in the production of margarine. In addition, sesame oil is also used in soap making and pharmacy.