Directions

1. Special Equipment: small frying pan
2. In a small heavy skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds, gently shaking the pan back and forth, until the seeds begin to pop, about 2-3 minutes. (You’ll hear popping sounds and see little white spots as the seeds toast.) Remove from the heat and set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
3. Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a blender and grind on speed 3 until pulverized (scraping down the sides of the blender half way through). Add the honey, pulse three times, scrape down sides again, then blend on speed 3 until a smooth paste forms.
4. Transfer the paste to a small jar with a tight-fitting lid. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to use. The paste will keep for up to 3 months.