The rich, nutty aroma of Korean sesame

Every batch is washed three times, then toasted at a low temperature. The result: delicious, flavorful and nutrient-rich sesame seeds.

Made only from 100% locally grown Korean sesame seeds, with no imported ones mixed in.

Germinated with Chung-O's own process

Chung-O sprouts its sesame seeds at just the right moisture and temperature, using its own patented germination process.

Germination activates enzymes in the seeds, making the nutrients easier to access and digest. It also breaks down complex compounds and raises vitamin and mineral levels compared to regular sesame seeds.

The image shows the germination step; the seeds in the jar are toasted.

Whole, unbroken seeds

The seeds aren't crushed or broken. Each one is whole and intact, with a firm bite and a rich, nutty flavor.

Chung-O's five promises

Raw seeds are first inspected for pesticides and other harmful substances. Stalks, stems and other debris are removed, then the seeds are washed thoroughly and germinated.

Next, every batch is screened for metal and other impurities, and finally sent for quality testing, including microbial tests, before it ships.

Small seed, lots of nutrition

Sesame seeds are a rich source of protein, vitamin B1, dietary fiber, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, calcium, manganese, copper and zinc.

Sprinkle them over namul, japchae, fried rice and banchan for a nutty crunch.

Original, in a 110g jar

Toasted germinated sesame seeds in a 110g shaker jar, easy to sprinkle straight onto your food.

Also in black

The black sesame seeds are made the same way: 100% Korea-grown, germinated and toasted at a low temperature, in the same 110g jar.

Made for contrast

Black sesame is perfect on white rice and other light-colored food, where it creates a nice color contrast. Each seed is whole, intact and nutty.