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Mom’s Black Sesame Soup Recipe

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This comforting and traditional Mom’s Black Sesame Soup is a smooth, warm dessert made with roasted black sesame powder, rice flours, and sweetened to your preference. Perfect for a quick and nutritious treat, it combines nutty flavors and a creamy texture that soothes and delights.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For Black Sesame Powder

  • 1/2 cup black sesame seeds

For Black Sesame Soup

  • 1/4 cup black sesame powder
  • 1 1/2 cups water, plus more as needed
  • 2 tablespoons rice flour
  • 2 tablespoons glutinous rice flour
  • 2 tablespoons sweetener of your choice (Chinese rock sugar, honey, or cane sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Roast the black sesame seeds: Place black sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium-low heat. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes until the seeds become fragrant and begin to pop. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
  2. Grind the roasted seeds: Transfer the cooled black sesame seeds to a spice grinder or coffee grinder. Pulse in short bursts until finely ground, taking care not to over-blend and create a paste. Store the powder in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer if not using immediately.
  3. Combine ingredients for the soup: In a saucepan, add 1 1/2 cups water, rice flour, glutinous rice flour, and 1/4 cup black sesame powder. Stir to combine well.
  4. Cook and thicken the soup: Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Whisk or stir continuously for about 8-10 minutes as the soup thickens into a smooth consistency.
  5. Sweeten the soup: Add 2 tablespoons of your preferred sweetener and stir until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired. If the soup is too thick, add a little more water and stir until you reach your preferred consistency.
  6. Finish with coconut oil: Stir in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil if desired to create a richer texture and enhanced flavor. Remove the soup from heat.
  7. Serve warm: Ladle the black sesame soup into small bowls and serve warm for a comforting dessert experience.

Notes

  • Grinding black sesame seeds freshly helps retain their rich flavor and aroma.
  • The soup thickness can be adjusted by adding more water according to personal preference.
  • Sweetener choice is flexible: Chinese rock sugar provides a traditional flavor, but honey or cane sugar work well too.
  • Coconut oil is optional but adds a nice depth and smoothness to the soup.
  • Store leftover black sesame powder airtight in the refrigerator or freezer to keep it fresh longer.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/moms-black-sesame-soup-recipe/