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Black sesame dessert, or zi ma wu, is a Hong Kong dessert-house staple: glossy, jet black and thick enough to coat a spoon, with the deep roasted aroma of black sesame and a mellow sweetness. Shun Nam uses a generous amount of black sesame and a touch of glutinous rice flour for a silky, almost velvety body. Serve warm on a cool evening, or chilled in summer; a spoonful of the almond dessert swirled through makes the classic yin-yang bowl. Shun Nam desserts come in a retort pouch with no preservatives or artificial colouring, so they keep at room temperature. Shake well before opening. Serve hot by standing the sealed pouch in boiling water for 4 to 5 minutes, or pour into a microwave-safe bowl and heat for about 90 seconds at 800W; never microwave the foil pouch itself. In summer, chill the pouch in the fridge and serve cold.
