Black Sesame Soup

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the black sesame seeds under cold water to remove any impurities.

2. 2

   Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until they are fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

3. 3

   Allow the toasted sesame seeds to cool slightly, then grind them into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.

4. 4

   In a pot, combine the ground sesame seeds with 3 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining 1 cup of water to create a slurry.

6. 6

   Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the boiling sesame mixture, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.

7. 7

   Add the sugar to the pot and continue to stir until the soup thickens to your desired consistency.

8. 8

   Once thickened, remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

9. 9

   Serve the black sesame soup warm, garnished with additional sesame seeds if desired.