Black sesame tangyuan

To prepare the filling, toast the black sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool completely.

Grind the cooled black sesame seeds with granulated sugar in a food processor or mortar and pestle until a fine powder is formed.

Melt the lard. Add the melted lard to the black sesame and granulated sugar mixture. Mix thoroughly until a thick, cohesive paste forms.