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Lebanese Tahini Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Lebanon, tahini sauce is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, often served with falafel, shawarma, or as a dip. This creamy, nutty sauce represents the region's love for simple, wholesome ingredients and is a symbol of hospitality. Today, tahini sauce has gained popularity worldwide, appearing in various dishes and adaptations.

LebaneseLBother
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
tahini
garlic
lemon juice
water
olive oil
salt
cumin
parsley

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Garlic powder offers convenience, while onion powder is often less expensive.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice can be a refreshing alternative, and vinegar is cost-effective.

1

Roast 1/2 cup white sesame seeds.

2

Grind the roasted sesame seeds in a mixer.

3

Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the ground sesame seeds.

4

Mix until it reaches a liquid consistency.

5

Transfer to a bowl.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

mixerbowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Tahini SauceTahini Dressing

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