Description
Learn how to make your own creamy and delicious homemade tahini with this simple recipe. Perfect for adding a nutty flavor to your dishes!
Ingredients
Sesame Seeds:
- 2 cups
Neutral Oil:
- 2-4 tablespoons (such as grapeseed or light olive oil)
Salt:
- pinch (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread sesame seeds on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes.
- Blend Sesame Seeds: Transfer toasted sesame seeds to a food processor and blend until crumbly.
- Add Oil: With the motor running, drizzle in oil while blending until smooth and pourable.
- Season: Add a pinch of salt if desired and blend to combine.
- Store: Transfer tahini to a jar and refrigerate for up to 1 month.
Notes
- Use hulled sesame seeds for a smoother texture and milder taste.
- Stir well before each use to mix in any separated oil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
