Black Sesame Pudding

Name: Black Sesame Pudding
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese, Thai
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup black sesame seeds; 1/2 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts, or substitute almonds, cashews, or other nuts; 1/2 cup brown sugar, or more according to taste; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/3 cup coconut cream or coconut milk; 1 1/2 tablespoons arrowroot powder (or cornstarch) dissolved in 3 tablespoons water; Garnish: dry shredded coconut, and/or ground peanuts; Optional: coconut milk