Sesame is a plant in the genus Sesamum, also called benne or gingelly. Numerous wild relatives occur in Africa and a smaller number in India. It is widely naturalized in tropical regions around the world and is cultivated for its edible seeds, which grow in pods. Nutrient Amount(g) DV(%) Total Fat 50 g 76% Cholesterol 0 mg 0% Sodium 11 mg 0% Potassium 468 mg 13% Total Carbohydrate 23 g 7% Protein 18 g 36%