Brussels Sprouts with Black Sesame Seeds

This is a simple, colorful dish of interesting tastes and textures. The tiny cabbages are steamed just until tender, then tumbled in aromatic oil with a sprinkling of Smithfield ham and black sesame seeds. It is an unusual combination, with great taste appeal.

• This is a wonderful dish in which to use the seasoned fat left over from smoking or steaming chickens. If you don’t have it and are using corn or peanut oil or a less salty ham, then add the extra roasted