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Prep time
5 minutes
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Cook time
1 hour
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makes
3 cups
Author Notes
This delectable simple syrup recipe is intended for a variety of uses. It is viscous enough to pour over pancakes or add to a cocktail, and light enough to sweeten milk or coffee beverages. Toasting the sesame seeds and lightly grinding them releases their oils and develops an earthy, nutty, and delicate flavor. —salt
Ingredients
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3 cups
black sesame seeds
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3 cups
granulated sugar
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5 cups
water
Directions
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In a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, coarsely grind sesame seeds. Add to a saucepan and toast over medium-low heat. The seeds will develop a nutty aroma and an oily sheen. Be careful to not burn them.
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Add sugar and water to the pot and stir to dissolve sugar. Raise temperature to medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
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Simmer for about 40 minutes, or until the syrup reaches your desired taste and consistency.
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Using a fine mesh strainer and a cheesecloth or coffee filter, strain syrup. If you want a thicker syrup at this point, put the strained portion back onto the heat and reduce to desired consistency.
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