how many grams in a tablespoon of sesame seeds?

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• How many grams of sesame seeds are in a tablespoon?
  Just under 9 g — call it 8.88 g for a level tablespoon. A heaping tablespoon, the kind you get when you dip into the jar without leveling, runs 11-12 g. For bagel and bun toppings, where you're aiming for visual coverage rather than a precise dose, leveling isn't critical. For furikake or gomashio, where the seed is the main event, weigh it.
• How much sesame do I need to top a tray of buns or bagels?
  Plan on roughly 1 tablespoon (about 9 g) per 4-6 buns or bagels if you want generous coverage — brush the tops with egg wash or water first so the seeds stick. A standard 12-bun sheet pan takes 2-3 tablespoons (18-27 g). Toasted seeds smell stronger out of the oven; raw seeds toast in place as the bread bakes.
• Is a tablespoon of sesame oil the same as a tablespoon of seeds?
  No — they're entirely different ingredients with different weights and uses. A tablespoon of sesame seeds is about 9 g of whole seed; a tablespoon of sesame oil is about 14 g of pressed oil. If a stir-fry recipe says 'finish with 1 tablespoon sesame,' check whether it means seeds (textural, nutty) or oil (aromatic, glossy) — substituting one for the other changes the dish substantially.

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