SPINACH AND SIMSIM

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

1. 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.
2. Add butter just before serving, with a starch.
3. Serves 4.