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Homemade Tahini

Make tahini paste or tahini sauce at home with this easy recipe. If you need a different alternative, I also have the five best tahini substitutes in this blog post.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Servings: 16
Calories: 149kcal
Author: Ruth Grindeland

Equipment

Ingredients

Tahini Paste

  • 1 cup sesame seeds, hulled
  • 2-4 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil like grapeseed oil
  • 1 pinch of salt

Tahini Sauce

  • ½ cup tahini paste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup water or yougurt

Instructions

Tahini Paste

  • Toast the Sesame Seeds: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the sesame seeds in an even layer on a baking sheet. Toast the seeds in the oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to let them burn.
  • Cool the Seeds: Remove the toasted sesame seeds from the oven and let them cool completely. They should be at room temperature before proceeding to the next step.
  • Blend the Seeds: Transfer the cooled sesame seeds to a food processor or high-speed blender. Process the seeds for about 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until they form a thick, crumbly paste.
  • Add Oil: With the food processor or blender running, gradually drizzle in the olive oil, starting with 2 tablespoons. Continue to process the mixture for another 2-3 minutes, or until it becomes smooth. The tahini will be smooth, but also consistant and thick.

Tahini Sauce

  • Mix all the Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the ½ cup tahini paste, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, grated garlic clove, 1 pinch of salt, and ¼ cup water or yogurt. Mix everything together until a smooth and uniform consistency is achieved.

Notes

Store: Transfer the homemade tahini paste or sauce to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Before using, stir until thoroughly mixed together.

Nutrition

Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg