Sesame oil — an edible oil extracted from sesame seeds, used for flavoring, stir-frying, dressings, and various dishes.
サラダには香りの良いごま油を少しだけたらすと風味が増す。
A little aromatic sesame oil drizzled on salad enhances the flavor.
中華料理ではごま油を最後に回しかけて香りを立たせることが多い。
In Chinese cuisine it's common to finish with sesame oil to bring out the aroma.
ごま油は高温で炒めるより風味付けに使うことが多いが、種類によっては加熱調理にも向く。
Sesame oil is often used for flavoring rather than high-heat frying, but some types are suitable for cooking at higher temperatures.
スーパーで胡麻油の棚は、植物油のコーナーにあることが多い。
At supermarkets, the sesame oil shelf is usually in the vegetable oil section.