Pasteli
500gr Greek honey
500gr sesame
Zest of 1 lemon and/or 1 orange
1 cup rose water or a spoonful of corn oil
Pasteli
In a frying pan roast sesame seeds for about 5 minutes on high heat. Pour honey and lemon/orange zest into a large pot and boil for 10 minutes. Let the mixture simmer on lower heat and add the roasted sesame seeds while stirring. When the mixture has thickened remove from heat and let sit (no more than 10 minutes).Line baking pan with non stick paper and sprinkle with rose water or corn oil. Pour mixture slowly and evenly into pan. Use a rolling pin to spread the mixture so there are no holes or gaps.
Pasteli
Let cool for 10-15 minutes and using a sharp knife cut into strips or small squares. Leave the strips/squares to cool for about an hour or until dry.