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Goma Ae (String beans with sesame seeds)

1 1/2 tsp. goma (sesame seeds), roasted
1 Tbsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 lb. string beans

Wash and cut string beans about 1 1/2 inches diagonally, like fresh cut beans. Bring water ti a boil and add beans. Cook for about 10 minutes. Drain. Grind the sesame seeds and add sugar, soy sauce, and salt. Mix beans in the sauce and serve cold.

 

Fried Okra (African)

1 lb. fresh okra, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 large green tomato, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 jalapeno pepper, halved and sliced
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 C. milk
1 C. cornmeal
1/4 C. vegetable oil

In a large bowl, combine okra, tomato, onion, garlic, and jalapeno and toss to mix. In seperate bowl, combine eggs, salt, pepper, and milk. Mix by hand until thoroughly blended. Pour egg mixture over vegetables and toss to thoroughly coat. Gradually add cornmeal until all the moisture to the bottom of the mixture is soaked up. Continue to toss ingredients until the vegetables, batter, and cornmeal are evenly mixed. Mixture will possess a thick, gooey consistency.
Heat vegetable oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot. Oil is ready when dash of cornmeal sizzles in the skillet. Spoon mixture evenly into the heated oil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and fry till the underside is golden brown, about 10 to 15 minutes. Turn half-cooked mixture over and cntinue to fry, uncovered; for 5 to 8 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet to paper towels and drain excess oil. Serve hot. Serves 6.

 

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