Tahini sauce is one of the best sauces you can ever taste in the Mediterranean land and it’s used in many things from the ever-popular classic hummus (a must-try dish!) to sweet desserts like these tahini brownies–quite possibly the best brownies and it tastes so good. This delicious sauce is sought by so many people because it pairs well with so many dishes.
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Tahini sauce recipe
Tahini sauce is a condiment made from tahini (a paste created by grinding sesame seeds). Tahini is a staple of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean Cooking. Tahini is a super creamy, rich vegan paste made by finely grinding roasted sesame seeds until buttery smooth. The sauce is a blend of tahini, water, lemon juice, garlic, and sometimes other ingredients like salt or olive oil. It has a creamy texture and a nutty, slightly bitter flavor. Tahini sauce is commonly used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines, often as a dressing for salads, a dipping sauce for falafel or vegetables, or as an accompaniment to grilled meats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup tahini paste
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic minced or pressed
- Salt to taste
- Pinch of cumin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil can be omitted
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and in a bowl, add the minced or pressed garlic and salt to suit your taste and then add in the lemon juice. Mix thoroughly and allow to sit for few minutes.
- Pass this mixture through a sieve and throw away the solid content.
- In another bowl, combine the tahini paste, water, and lemon juice until everything is well incorporated. However, for a smoother consistency, use a blender or food processor and then drizzle in olive oil and mix until everything is well incorporated for added richness (this olive oil step can however be omitted)
- Combine everything and then adjust the seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt if needed.
- This tahini sauce can be used as a dip, dressing, or sauce for various dishes. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Serving: 50g
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