Chinese Black Sesame Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 c black sesame seeds OR 1/4 c black sesame powder
• 1 1/2 c water (more according to your preference)
• 2 Tbsp rice flour
• 2 Tbsp glutinous rice flour
• 2 Tbsp honey (or granulated cane sugar)

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the black sesame seeds into a clean...: Place the black sesame seeds into a clean spice grinder. Pulse intermittently until a powder consistency is attained. Be sure not to over-grind or it will turn into a paste (like tahini).

2. 2

   In a saucepan, add the water, rice flour,...: In a saucepan, add the water, rice flour, glutinous rice flour and black sesame powder. Bring to a simmer over low heat. Stir continuously. The mixture will start to thicken.

3. 3

   Continue to stir for about 10 minutes. Add...: Continue to stir for about 10 minutes. Add in the honey or sugar. Stir until dissolved. Taste the black sesame soup and adjust for sweetness.

4. 4

   If the black sesame soup is too thick...: If the black sesame soup is too thick for your liking, add in a little more water and stir until homogeneous.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and ladle into small bowls....: Remove from heat and ladle into small bowls. Serve warm.