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# In a heavy stewing pan, combine [[sesame seed]]s and [[water]]. Stir in [[spinach]]. Add more [[water]] if necessary; the amount of [[water]] used depends on how wet the [[spinach]] is. This mixture should cook in smallest amount of [[water]] possible. Bring to a boil. Simmer until seeds are cooked, 10 to 15 minutes. | # In a heavy stewing pan, combine [[sesame seed]]s and [[water]]. Stir in [[spinach]]. Add more [[water]] if necessary; the amount of [[water]] used depends on how wet the [[spinach]] is. This mixture should cook in smallest amount of [[water]] possible. Bring to a boil. Simmer until seeds are cooked, 10 to 15 minutes. | ||
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Latest revision as of 10:43, 15 July 2012
Description
Sesame seeds - called simsim in Swahili - add an unusual nutty flavor to vegetable stews. This particular recipe is from Uganda.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds
- 3 or 4 tablespoons water
- 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 1 tablespoon butter
Procedures
- In a heavy stewing pan, combine sesame seeds and water. Stir in spinach. Add more water if necessary; the amount of water used depends on how wet the spinach is. This mixture should cook in smallest amount of water possible. Bring to a boil. Simmer until seeds are cooked, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Add butter just before serving, with a starch.
- Serves 4.
