On Cup of Joe Caribbean
BENE BALLS
We have eaten many, many BENE BALLS, but never saw how they are made.
Yzanne Williams - Chance, the dasheen queen of Tobago, shows Joel how to make this traditional Tobago treat on Cup of Joe Caribbean. Watch how she makes them and try her recipe.
Ingredients
¾ cup brown sugar
1½ cups sesame sesame seeds
½ teaspoon grated nutmeg
Directions
- Place the sesame seeds in a large frying pan or pot and cook until golden brown and crunchy (parched). Remove from heat.
- Place sugar in a pot and melt completely on low heat, stirring constantly: do not burn.
- Add sesame seeds and nutmeg to the melted sugar and combine .
- Using a teaspoon, place mixture on hand greased with oil and roll to desired sizes and shapes. Please note that mixture is very hot and must be rolled hot.
- Place on a plate or sheet to cool. Serve.
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