ETi CRAX Sesame Sticks 110gr

No garlic, no herbs, no cheese — just 15% sesame and the clean, toasted, nutty character that sesame alone delivers. ETi CRAX Sesame Sticks are the most Middle Eastern-inspired product in the Eti Crax family at Malincho, and the simplest: wheat, oil, salt, and an abundance of sesame.

About ETi CRAX Sesame Sticks

Made by Eti (Eti Gıda Sanayii ve Ticaret A.Ş.) in Turkey — a food company founded in 1962 and now present in over 60 countries — the CRAX Sesame Sticks are part of their long-running cracker stick range. Where the Big Crax Herb Sticks (SKU: TR2002031) carry a Mediterranean herb seasoning with garlic and parsley, this standard Crax format puts all its flavour weight into one ingredient: sesame at 15%. The sticks are thin, crisp, and generously coated — the sesame seeds are visible on the surface and contribute both a nutty flavour and a faint, pleasant bitterness that balances the mild saltiness of the dough.

In Turkish food culture, sesame is a constant presence — from simit (the sesame-encrusted street bagel sold on every corner in Istanbul) to tahini to the sesame-scattered biscuits eaten with morning tea. These sticks carry that same rooted familiarity: a snack that tastes deeply Turkish without needing any further explanation.

How to Enjoy Them

Eat straight from the bag as a salty snack, or stand them in a glass on the table as an aperitivo accompaniment — the neutral sesame profile dips well with hummus, tahini, or a light yogurt dip. On a meze board they sit naturally alongside kashkaval, lutenitsa, and a few olives, where the toasted sesame rounds out the spread without competing with the other flavours. For a pairing within the Malincho range, the Herb Sticks sibling (SKU: TR2002031) offers the garlic-forward contrast if you want to serve both on the same board.

Certifications & Allergen Information

ETi CRAX Sesame Sticks are Halal and Kosher certified. They contain no meat-derived ingredients. Important: under the FASTER Act (effective January 2023), sesame is now the 9th major food allergen in the United States. This product contains sesame as a primary declared ingredient (15%) — it is not suitable for anyone with a sesame allergy. It also contains dairy (whey powder) and gluten (wheat flour). Always verify current allergen information on the physical packaging before consuming.

Quick Facts

✓  Brand: Eti (Eti Gıda Sanayii ve Ticaret A.Ş., Turkey, est. 1962)
✓  Format: Standard Crax stick crackers (not Big Crax)
✓  Primary ingredient: Sesame 15% — declared, visible, dominant flavour
✓  Net weight: 110g (3.88 oz)
✓  Origin: Turkey (imported)
✓  Certifications: Halal and Kosher certified
✓  Allergens: Contains sesame (15%), wheat (gluten), milk (whey powder), sulphites. May contain celery and egg. Verify on current packaging.
✓  SKU: TR2002100

Meze Table Tip

Sesame and the Eastern Mediterranean meze table are inseparable — from tahini to simit to sesame-topped flatbreads. Place these sticks alongside a small bowl of Bulgarian kashkaval and a dish of lutenitsa, and you have a table that crosses from Turkish to Bulgarian culinary territory with complete ease. The neutral, toasted sesame note in the Crax acts as a quiet bridge between the two. For those who want both sesame and herb on the board, add the Big Crax Herb Sticks (SKU: TR2002031) for the garlic-parsley contrast.

Pairs well with: Bulgarian Sheep Kashkaval (SKU: CKY05sheep), Lutenitsa (SKU: LHDER), ETi Big Crax Herb Sticks (SKU: TR2002031).

Frequently Asked Questions

How do these differ from the Eti Big Crax Herb Sticks at Malincho?
Two key differences: format and seasoning. The Sesame Sticks (this product, TR2002100) are the standard Crax format in a 110g pack, seasoned with 15% sesame — nutty, toasted, garlic-free. The Herb Sticks (TR2002031) are the larger Big Crax format in a 123g pack, seasoned with a 3.5% herb mix of onion, parsley, celery, and garlic. If you want the nutty, Middle Eastern character: choose Sesame. If you want the herbaceous, Mediterranean character: choose Herb.

Does this product contain sesame?
Yes — sesame is the primary seasoning ingredient at 15%. It is a fully declared ingredient, not a trace allergen. Under the FASTER Act (effective January 1, 2023), sesame is a major food allergen in the United States. This product is not suitable for anyone with a sesame allergy.

Are these Halal and Kosher?
Yes — ETi CRAX Sesame Sticks are certified Halal and Kosher. They contain no meat-derived ingredients. Note that the product contains dairy (whey powder) and is therefore not vegan, but is suitable for lacto-vegetarians. Verify current certification status on the physical packaging.

What allergens does this product contain?
Declared allergens: sesame (15%), wheat (gluten), milk (whey powder), and sulphites (flour processing agent sodium metabisulfite). May contain traces of celery and egg. Always verify current allergen information on the physical packaging before consuming.

What is the FASTER Act and why does it matter here?
The FASTER Act (Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, and Research Act) became effective January 1, 2023, adding sesame as the 9th major food allergen in the United States, alongside milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish. Any product containing sesame must now declare it prominently on US packaging. Because ETi CRAX Sesame Sticks contain 15% sesame, they carry a full sesame allergen declaration — not a “may containÝ warning, but an intentional ingredient.

How should I store these sticks?
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. After opening, reseal the bag or transfer to an airtight container to maintain crunch. Best consumed within a few days of opening.