Is sesame oil a seed oil?
Borderline. Technically a seed oil at around 42% PUFA, but traditional and used by the drizzle, not the fryer.
Quick facts
| Seed oil? | Borderline |
| PUFA share | About 42% of its fat |
| PUFA per tablespoon | About 5.7 g |
| On a label | sesame oil, toasted sesame oil, sesame seed oil, gingelly oil |
Figures from USDA oil composition data. How we use them is on the methodology page.
Lower PUFA fats to use instead
- Coconut oil, about 2% PUFA
- Beef tallow, about 3% PUFA
- Butter, about 3% PUFA
- Olive oil, about 10% PUFA
- Avocado oil, about 14% PUFA
More answers
Yes, it is a seed oil
Borderline
No, it is not a seed oil
Frequently asked
Is sesame oil a seed oil?
Borderline. Technically a seed oil at around 42% PUFA, but traditional and used by the drizzle, not the fryer.
How much polyunsaturated fat is in sesame oil?
About 42% of the fat in sesame oil is polyunsaturated, roughly 5.7 g in a tablespoon.
What is sesame oil called on an ingredient label?
On an ingredient label, look for sesame oil, toasted sesame oil, sesame seed oil, gingelly oil.