tilise
Tilise, also known as a tili seed, is a term that can refer to a few different things depending on the context, though it most commonly denotes a type of small seed used in traditional medicine and sometimes as a culinary ingredient. In some African cultures, particularly in West Africa, tilise refers to the seeds of the *Sesamum radiatum* plant, a species of sesame. These seeds are known for their distinct nutty flavor and are used in various dishes, often ground into pastes or added to stews and porridges for thickening and flavor.
Beyond its culinary uses, tilise seeds are also recognized for their purported medicinal properties. Traditional healers
The term "tilise" can also occasionally be used more broadly to refer to other small, edible seeds