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Black Sesame Energy Ball Recipe
White and black sesame seeds come from the herb Sesamum indicum. It is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and used widely in the ayurvedic tradition in our foods, oils and medicines.
Black sesame seeds have a slightly nuttier flavour than white sesame seeds, but both are excellent sources of phytonutrients, antioxidants, dietary fibre and nutrients. Black sesame in particular is a great source of healthy fats, supports the digestive system, keeps bones strong, contains beneficial anti-oxidants and much more..
You might have been recommended black sesame oil for use at home in your abhyangha but there is so much more you can use this wonder seed for.... I have created a lovely black sesame and honey energy ball recipe below.
Ingredients:
3/4 cup black sesame seeds
3/4 cup almond flour
1 tsp each cinnamon & cardamom
3-4 tbsp honey (or enough to bind)
1 tablespoon ghee
Method:
Lightly toast the sesame seeds in a pan
Coarsely grind the toasted seeds
Add to rest of ingredients and mix in processor or blender
