With just 4 ingredients, this Paleo Sesame Ginger Candy (aka Korean Paleo Gang Jeong) is a healthy holiday treat, perfect for any special occasion. Sticky, crunchy, and not too sweet, this traditional Korean confection has had a real food makeover and is grain-free, nut-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!
Put the sesame seeds in a dry cast iron skillet and toast them, stirring often for about 5 to 7 minutes, until fragrant.
Combine the toasted sesame seeds and minced ginger in a bowl and mix well.
Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Have another piece of parchment paper of similar size ready as well.
In a small saucepan, combine the coconut sugar, honey, and salt.
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Once it comes to a full boil, let it boil for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat.
Immediately pour the sesame seeds and ginger into the hot syrup and stir.
Pour and spread this mixture on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place the second piece of parchment paper on top of the mixture and use a rolling pin to flatten the candy to an even thickness, about 1/4" to 1/2" thick.
Remove the top piece of parchment paper and allow the candy to cool for 10 minutes.
Use a sharp knife to cut the Gang Jeong into rectangles or squares.
Store your Paleo Sesame Ginger Candy in an airtight container.
You can also freeze this candy for up to 3 months.