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నువ్వులు is Sesame Seeds in English

Also known as तिल (Til) (Hindi), எள்ளு (Ellu) (Tamil)

spiceHarvested in winter

Sesame Seeds

Sesame seeds are tiny nutritional powerhouses used in chutneys (nuvvula podi), sweets, and as garnish in Telugu cuisine.

Sesame Seeds in Different Languages

LanguageName
EnglishSesame Seeds
Teluguనువ్వులు (Nuvvulu)
Hindiतिल (Til)
Tamilஎள்ளு (Ellu)

Key Facts About Sesame Seeds

  • నువ్వులు is the Telugu name for Sesame Seeds
  • Category: Spice
  • Best season: Harvested in winter, available year-round
  • Common in: Telugu, South Indian, and Indian cuisine
  • Calories: 573 kcal per 100g

Sesame Seeds Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

573
Calories
18g
Protein
23g
Carbs
12g
Fiber

Health Benefits of Sesame Seeds

  • Excellent source of calcium
  • Rich in healthy fats
  • Contains lignans (antioxidants)
  • Good for bone health

How to Cook Sesame Seeds

  1. 1Toast to enhance flavor
  2. 2White seeds for sweets, black for health
  3. 3Grind for chutneys (podi)
  4. 4Essential in Sankranti dishes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is నువ్వులు in English?

నువ్వులు is called Sesame Seeds in English. It is a spice commonly used in Indian cuisine, especially in Telugu (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) cooking.

What is నువ్వులు called in Hindi?

నువ్వులు is called तिल (Til) in Hindi.

What is నువ్వులు called in Tamil?

నువ్వులు is called எள்ளு (Ellu) in Tamil.

What are the health benefits of Sesame Seeds?

Sesame Seeds (నువ్వులు) has several health benefits: Excellent source of calcium. Rich in healthy fats. Contains lignans (antioxidants). Good for bone health.

How do you cook Sesame Seeds?

Here are tips for cooking Sesame Seeds: Toast to enhance flavor White seeds for sweets, black for health Grind for chutneys (podi) Essential in Sankranti dishes

Summary

నువ్వులు is the Telugu word for Sesame Seeds. In Hindi, it is called तिल (Til), and in Tamil, it is known as எள்ளு (Ellu). Sesame seeds are tiny nutritional powerhouses used in chutneys (nuvvula podi), sweets, and as garnish in Telugu cuisine. It is known for: excellent source of calcium.