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Black Sesame and Walnut Banana Bread

Black Sesame and Walnut Banana Bread

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. 2 Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl. Mix banana, white sugar, brown sugar, egg white, milk, canola oil, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl; stir into flour mixture just until batter is moistened. Fold sesame seeds and walnuts into batter; pour into prepared loaf pan.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool in pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

By zhou

Sweet Nut and Seed Granola

Sweet Nut and Seed Granola

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
180 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread almonds and walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in the preheating oven until fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer almonds and walnuts to a very large bowl. Add oats, apricots, cranberries, honey, olive oil, apricot preserves, wheat germ, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, flax seeds, oat bran, black sesame seeds, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Mix well with your hands.
  4. 4 Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread granola mixture evenly across.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Stir the mixture; bake for 15 minutes more. Stir once again, then press the mixture down firmly. Return to the oven for 15 minutes more.
  6. 6 Let granola cool and dry for at least 2 hours. Crumble and transfer to an airtight container.

By Joel Irish

Vanilla Sesame Cake

Vanilla Sesame Cake

3.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 With an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until the mixture is creamy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, beating until each egg is incorporated before adding the next one. Stir in the vanilla extract and black sesame seeds, mixing until well blended. Lightly stir in the flour to make a smooth batter, and pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

By Jubilee

Deconstructed California Roll Sushi

Deconstructed California Roll Sushi

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse rice 3 times. Place in a saucepan and add water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. 2 Divide ingredients evenly and layer onto 4 plates as follows: rice, crab, cucumber slices, and avocado slices. Drizzle teriyaki over each plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

By Erin Pierson Barton

Black Sesame Cupcakes

Black Sesame Cupcakes

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 muffin tins with cupcake liners.
  2. 2 Toast sesame seeds in a dry frying pan over medium heat, stirring and tossing constantly, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Omit this step if the seeds are already toasted.
  3. 3 Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer until creamy. Add toasted seeds, eggs, sesame paste, and vanilla extract. Beat until combined. Gradually beat in flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and beat for a few more minutes until combined.
  4. 4 Fill cupcake liners with the batter.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean, 16 to 18 minutes.

By Fugendake

Edamame Salad

Edamame Salad

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook edamame in the boiling water until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and chill in the refrigerator.
  2. 2 Combine napa cabbage, bok choy, vinegar, sesame oil, and salt in a small bowl. Let sit in at room temperature until cabbage is slightly wilted, about 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir edamame and carrots into cabbage mixture. Refrigerate until fully chilled, 1 hour.
  4. 4 Top edamame salad with sesame seeds and daikon radish before serving.

By Sonya

Sesame-Garlic Ramen Noodles

Sesame-Garlic Ramen Noodles

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Add water minus 2 tablespoons to a saute pan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook ramen in the boiling water until softened, about 3 minutes.
  2. 2 Keep water at a simmer, using tongs to carefully flip noodles over. Noodles should be soft and come apart fairly easily.
  3. 3 Once water has nearly evaporated, add sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add reserved 2 tablespoons water, Sriracha, and hoisin sauce; mix well with noodles. Serve immediately topped with red pepper flakes, toasted sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds.

By thedailygourmet

Instant Pot® Chicken Congee

Instant Pot® Chicken Congee

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
50 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
  2. 2 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat oil and brown chicken on all sides, about 8 minutes, making sure each side is browned before flipping. Add a few tablespoons of chicken broth to the Instant Pot® and scrape off any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spatula. Turn off Saute function. Add drained rice, ginger, and remaining broth.
  3. 3 Cut the kernels from the corn cob and break cob into 3 pieces. Add corn kernels and cob pieces to the pot. Close and seal the lid. Select Porridge function and set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Open the lid and discard the corn cob pieces. Remove chicken breast. Shred chicken with two forks and return to the congee. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.
  5. 5 Divide congee amongst 6 bowls. Top each bowl with equal amounts of sliced spring onions, sesame seeds, and chili crisp.

By Buckwheat Queen

Sesame Seared Tuna and Sushi Bar Spinach Salad

Sesame Seared Tuna and Sushi Bar Spinach Salad

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place spinach in a dry pot set over medium-high heat and cook, stirring, until it just begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer into a strainer to cool.
  2. 2 While spinach cools, toast white sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat until light golden brown. Transfer into a mortar and pestle and crush into a very coarse paste, leaving some seeds whole. Add white sugar, soy sauce, and mirin. Stir with a wooden spoon to combine and reserve.
  3. 3 Transfer cooled spinach to a towel and squeeze out any excess liquid. Chop roughly and add to a mixing bowl. Add the dressing and mix well. Cover and chill thoroughly before serving.
  4. 4 Mix mayonnaise, miso paste, and rice vinegar together for miso mayo sauce. Place in the refrigerator until needed.
  5. 5 Lightly salt tuna steaks, and then coat all sides well with as many sesame seeds as you like, pressing them lightly as you do.
  6. 6 Brush a nonstick pan with oil and place over medium heat. Sear tuna steaks in the hot pan for 30 to 45 seconds on each side, as well as each edges.
  7. 7 Slice and place tuna over the miso sauce. Brush tuna with ponzu and serve with spinach salad on the side.

By John Mitzewich

Peanut Sesame Rib-Eye Steak

Peanut Sesame Rib-Eye Steak

1.5

Prep
25 min
Cook
10 min
Total
160 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the lemon grass, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, fish sauce, rice wine vinegar, dark soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil into the work bowl of a food processor, and process until the mixture forms a paste. Coat both sides of the steaks with the marinade paste, and refrigerate, covered, for 2 to 3 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 In a bowl, combine peanuts, sesame seeds, sea salt, and pepper until thoroughly mixed.
  4. 4 Remove the steaks from the marinade, and discard any remaining marinade. Pat the steaks very dry with paper towels for good charring. Rub each steak with about 3/4 teaspoon of vegetable oil. Sprinkle the peanut mixture generously over both sides of each steak, and press the spices into the meat.
  5. 5 Grill on the preheated grill until the steaks show grill marks, start to become firm, and are reddish-pink and juicy in the center, 4 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Let the steaks rest at least 5 minutes before slicing.

By soumitraghosh

Julia's Korean-Fried Chicken

Julia's Korean-Fried Chicken

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Set a rack on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  2. 2 Pour oil into a 10-inch cast iron skillet. Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the skillet. Heat over medium-high heat until oil reaches 375 degrees F (190 degrees C), about 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, toss chicken, ginger, and salt together in a large bowl until evenly coated. Spread 1/2 cup potato starch in a shallow dish; dredge chicken to coat completely and evenly. Add remaining 1/2 cup potato starch as needed. Shake off excess and transfer to a plate.
  4. 4 Add chicken to the skillet carefully, working in batches; fry until lightly golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn chicken over and fry until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 175 degrees F (80 degrees C), 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer to the rack on the prepared baking sheet. Reheat oil between batches to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  5. 5 Return chicken to the skillet in batches and fry again, about 2 minutes per side.
  6. 6 Stir gochujang, oyster sauce, mirin, ketchup, fish sauce, and garlic together in a large bowl. Add cooked chicken and toss to coat. Sprinkle with white and black sesame seeds.

By TheOtherJuliaGulia

Spicy Crunchy Salmon Roll with Avocado

Spicy Crunchy Salmon Roll with Avocado

Prep
30 min
Cook
25 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse rice in a strainer until the water runs clear. Drain.
  2. 2 Combine rice and 1 1/2 cups water in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
  3. 3 While the rice is cooking, combine vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  4. 4 When the rice is finished cooking, remove from the heat and stir in the vinegar mixture. Allow rice to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. 5 Place nori sheets on a work surface. Divide rice evenly between the sheets, then use a rice paddle to spread and flatten it out to the edges. Flip sheets so rice is facing down.
  6. 6 Arrange avocado slices in a strip down the middle of each sheet. Layer with 1 1/2 cream cheese strips, 1 tablespoon panko, and 1 cucumber strip. Roll each sheet carefully, but tightly, around the fillings.
  7. 7 Place thin layers of salmon on top of the rolls, then add masago and drizzle with hoisin and Sriracha mayonnaise. Sprinkle black and white sesame seeds over top. Slice each roll into 8 pieces.

By thedailygourmet

Spam Fried Rice

Spam Fried Rice

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add Spam. Cook until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  2. 2 Heat sesame oil in the same skillet until shimmering, about 1 minute. Add onion; sauté until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat; add rice and frozen vegetables; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Push rice mixture to edges of skillet; add 4 beaten eggs to center. Cook and stir until curds form, 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir ½ Spam into scrambled eggs, then stir into rice mixture to combine. Add soy sauce and Sriracha; stir, then remove from heat.
  4. 4 Crack remaining 4 eggs into a separate skillet over medium heat. Cook until outer edges become opaque, about 1 minute. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until whites are completely set, about 4 minutes; season with salt and black pepper.
  5. 5 Place fried eggs on top of fried rice; add remaining ½ Spam. Garnish with nori, scallions, and sesame seeds.

By Matthew Francis

Easy Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

Easy Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
25 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine soy sauce, orange juice, sesame oil, stevia powder, garlic powder, and ginger for teriyaki dressing in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly; continue cooking until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove and set aside.
  2. 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and heat until shimmering, 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken and garlic; stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes. Add broccoli and continue to stir-fry, 4 to 6 minutes. Add bamboo shoots and bell peppers; cook for an additional 4 to 6 minutes.
  3. 3 Carefully pour the teriyaki dressing into the skillet (watch for splattering); cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, and the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes more.
  4. 4 Remove from heat and stir in green onion and sesame seeds, reserving some of each for garnish. Serve immediately over cooked white and wild rice with the reserved green onions and sesame seeds.

By Mitchell Webber

Instant Pot Cashew Chicken

Instant Pot Cashew Chicken

3.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken in a mixing bowl and sprinkle with cornstarch; mix until each piece of chicken is well coated. Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon mirin on top and stir well. Set aside.
  2. 2 Combine water, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons mirin, hoisin sauce, and 2 teaspoons sesame oil in a small bowl. Whisk together and set aside.
  3. 3 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add 1 teaspoon peanut oil, cashews, white sesame seeds, and black sesame seeds. Cook and stir until fragrant and toasted evenly, about 3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil, bell peppers, onion, and garlic and saute until vegetables have softened and garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add chicken mixture and stir well to combine. Mix in soy sauce mixture, baby corn, and water chestnuts. Stir until everything is well combined.
  4. 4 Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  5. 5 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir and serve immediately.

By Buckwheat Queen

Instant Pot Vegan Bulgogi

Instant Pot Vegan Bulgogi

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash cremini, oyster, and champignon mushrooms under running water, scrubbing with a mushroom brush to remove any dirt. Cut mushrooms in half, placing on clean dish towel. Delicately pull shimeji mushrooms apart and rinse.
  2. 2 Select Saute function on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Saute onion, shallot, ginger, and garlic in vegetable oil until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Turn off Saute function. Add broth, tamari, pear, brown rice syrup, sesame oil, gochujang, and rice wine vinegar. Mix well. Add mushrooms and gently toss to coat. Close the lid and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  4. 4 Release pressure naturally according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Manually release any remaining pressure, about 10 minutes more.
  5. 5 Turn Saute function back on. Mix water and cornstarch together; add slurry to mushrooms, mixing constantly to a create a thick gravy. Turn off Saute function. Serve with green onions and sesame seeds.

By Buckwheat Queen

Gomasio (Sesame Salt)

Gomasio (Sesame Salt)

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a cast iron or heavy-bottomed stainless steel pan over medium heat. Add salt. Stir until heated through, about 1 minute. Pour salt into a mortar. Add sesame seeds to the pan. Stir constantly with a wooden spoon or spatula until seeds are fragrant and starting to crack. Test if the seeds are ready using the back of a stainless steel spoon; they will be dry, not wet.
  2. 2 Pour the toasted seeds into the mortar. Allow to cool slightly. Place the mortar at hip level, preferably while seated. Grind with a pestle until the seeds have opened and the salt pulverizes; the finished mixture should resemble rough sand.

By Buckwheat Queen

Fonio with Black Sesame Seeds

Fonio with Black Sesame Seeds

Prep
5 min
Cook
18 min
Total
23 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a small skillet. Add sesame seeds; toast until fragrant, about 6 minutes.
  2. 2 Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in toasted sesame seeds, fonio, and salt. Bring water back to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until water has been absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff fonio with a fork.

By Buckwheat Queen

Japanese Spinach with Sweet Sesame Seeds

Japanese Spinach with Sweet Sesame Seeds

3.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
2 min
Total
7 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add the spinach 3 to 4 cups at a time. Cook and stir to wilt, then add more spinach.
  2. 2 Grind the sesame seeds into fine crumbs using a mortar and pestle. When spinach is wilted, move it to the sides of the pan and sprinkle sugar in the center. When the sugar melts, stir in the spinach to coat.
  3. 3 Transfer spinach to a serving plate and sprinkle ground sesame seeds on top.

By Bitchin Kitchen

Gochujang Glazed Salmon

Gochujang Glazed Salmon

4.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
  2. 2 Whisk together gochujang and pineapple juice in a small bowl . to form a glaze. Brush mixture over salmon and place on a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake until salmon flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.
  4. 4 Sprinkle salmon with sesame seeds and green onion.

By thedailygourmet

Ginger Cucumber Salad

Ginger Cucumber Salad

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel cucumbers, cut in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds. Cut each half into 1/4-inch slices and place in a medium bowl. Stir in red onion slices and set aside.
  2. 2 Whisk vinegar, sugar, and ginger paste together in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved. Add dressing to cucumber mixture and mix well. Stir in sesame seeds and refrigerate for about 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

By lutzflcat

Buckwheat Grissini with Real Butter (Gluten Free)

Buckwheat Grissini with Real Butter (Gluten Free)

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Mix buckwheat flour, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, gluten-free flour, and 1 1/2 tablespoon butter in a bowl with your hands until the mixture resembles small pebbles. Mix in sesame seeds and thyme. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the mixture pulls together into a soft dough.
  3. 3 Divide dough into 6 portions. Let dough rest for 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Roll each portion of dough into a long, thin stick about 6 to 7 inches long. Arrange side by side on the baking sheet. Brush remaining 1 1/2 teaspoon butter over dough.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until completely browned, about 20 minutes. Cool completely before serving, about 10 minutes.

By Buckwheat Queen

Seared Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna

Seared Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse tuna and pat dry. Place in a prep dish and sprinkle both sides with blackened seasoning. Brush teriyaki sauce on all sides of the tuna to glaze it.
  2. 2 Mix white and black sesame seeds together in a shallow dish. Dredge tuna in the sesame seeds until all sides are coated.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Arrange tuna in the pan and cook for 30 to 45 seconds. Flip and cook for another 3o to 45 seconds; do not overcook!
  4. 4 Quickly transfer tuna to a cutting board and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices. Arrange tuna on individual plates, overlapping slices slightly. Serve immediately.

By donrule

Everything Tea Sandwich Spread

Everything Tea Sandwich Spread

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Beat together cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until well blended and creamy.
  2. 2 Add chives, poppy seeds, toasted and black sesame seeds, garlic salt, and lemon zest; beat at medium speed until combined.
  3. 3 Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to 1 day before serving.

By Karen Rankin

Air Fryer Gochujang Wings

Air Fryer Gochujang Wings

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
520 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine pineapple juice, gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, brown sugar, and fresh ginger in a gallon size resealable bag. Add the wings and mix to coat; marinate overnight
  2. 2 Heat the air fryer to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Drain wings from marinade and set inside the air fryer basket.
  4. 4 Cook wings for 20 minutes flipping at the 15 minute mark.
  5. 5 Increase temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and cook for 10 more minutes. Carefully remove wings and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

By thedailygourmet

Asian Deviled Egg Pretzel Crisps®

Asian Deviled Egg Pretzel Crisps®

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice each hard-boiled egg in half, remove the yolk, and place into a food processor or blender. (Reserve the whites for another use.) Add mayonnaise, soy sauce, wasabi, ginger, and rice wine vinegar, and process until smooth. Add the panko bread crumbs, and pulse until they're incorporated into the yolk mixture.
  2. 2 Spread (or pipe) the yolk mixture onto a Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps®, and sprinkle with black sesame seeds and green onion slices.
  3. 3 If not serving right away, refrigerate until ready to serve for up to 3 hours.

By lutzflcat

Mandarin Orange Ginger Dressing

Mandarin Orange Ginger Dressing

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine avocado oil, rice vinegar, mandarin orange juice, ginger root, mandarin orange zest, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, black sesame seeds, salt, and pepper in a small glass jar with a tightly secured lid.
  2. 2 Shake until dressing starts to emulsify, about 20 seconds. Taste, and adjust seasonings, if necessary to suit your taste. Store in the refrigerator.

By lutzflcat

Fonio Pilaf

Fonio Pilaf

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine 1/2 cup vegetable stock and raisins in a bowl and set aside.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Cook shallot, garlic, black sesame seeds, carrots, and almonds until fragrant and softened, about 4 minutes. Add fonio and stir to absorb flavors, about 2 minutes. Pour in raisins and stock and stir until fonio has absorbed all the liquid, about 5 minutes. Add some remaining stock and cook until the fonio is soft. You may not need the entire amount, depending on the brand and quality of the fonio. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3 Remove from heat once all liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and sprinkle with fresh pomegranate seeds before serving.

By Buckwheat Queen