Benne cakes, Sierra Leonean sesame brittle

Preparation

1. 1

   Dry-roast the sesame seeds in a pan for 3-4 minutes over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly golden.

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat.

3. 3

   Add the sugar and let it melt while stirring, then raise the heat to medium and cook without stirring, just tilting the pan, until you get a golden caramel.

4. 4

   Off the heat, immediately stir in the toasted sesame seeds, mixing fast to coat them well.

5. 5

   Pour the mixture onto a sheet of oiled parchment paper and spread it thinly to 3-4 mm with the back of a spoon.

6. 6

   Let harden 10 minutes at room temperature then cut into small squares or brittle pieces before it is fully cold and snappy.