Tahini sauce from Scratch – Sesame seed dip
Description
Tahini is a smooth and rich sauce made with sesame seeds, fresh garlic and Olive oil. Tahini is eaten by itself as a dip or mixed with hummus or as a topping on toasts and sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup White toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Parsley - finely chopped
Instructions
- 1
- Soak the sesame seeds for about 4 hours in 2 cups of water
- Drain the water
- Grind the sesame seeds with garlic, salt, lemon juice, salt in a blender. Add 4-5 tsp water to make the mixture smooth.
- Once the mixture has reached a smooth and creamy consistency, Remove the paste from the blender
- Transfer the sesame mixture into a serving bowl. Drizzle extra virgin Olive oil, chopped parsley and paprika for garnish and enhanced taste.
- Enjoy the Tahini with Falafels, vegetables or gyros.
Notes
- You can store the Tahini sauce in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks
- Adjust the water quantity while blending as needed
Vegetarian, Side, Mediterranean, High Protein, Egg Free,
Vinay Mummigatti
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