Zhir Ma Bao (Black Sesame Filling For Buns)

1. 1

   Toast sesame seeds very lightly (be careful, black sesame becomes very bitter if overtoasted.).

2. 2

   Add 1/4 cup sugar to the boiling water, dissolve.

3. 3

   Combine 1/4 cup remaining sugar, sesame seeds, and 1 tbs peanut oil in a blender or masher.

4. 4

   Process or crush to desired fineness - it can be anything from a gritty paste to a smooth filling.

5. 5

   Add the hot water and remaining 1/4 cup of sugar and the remaining 1 tbs oil during the grinding process to adjust sweetness, consistency, and smoothness to taste.

6. 6

   NOTE: This recipe should yield a very sesame-flavored, gritty paste after 5 - 10 minutes of start-stop processing without any extras.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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