Homemade Tahini
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
2 cups
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Calories
107 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Homemade Tahini
Description
Homemade Tahini is a paste made by grinding hulled sesame seeds until smooth, sometimes enhanced by lightly toasting the seeds to bring out their flavor. The process involves slowly grinding the sesame seeds until they release their oil and become creamy. Optionally, olive oil can be added to adjust texture and ease blending, while sea salt can be added for seasoning. This traditional paste is the base of many Middle Eastern dishes and can be tailored in richness and flavor through the toasting and oil addition.
The flavor of tahini is subtly nutty with a creamy, slightly oily consistency that can vary from thick to pourable depending on the amount of oil used. The toasting step is optional but adds a gentle toasted aroma. The final tahini is versatile enough to blend smoothly into dressings, sauces, and dips.
To use homemade tahini, incorporate it in recipes like hummus or drizzle it over roasted vegetables for added richness. The paste keeps well refrigerated and benefits from stirring before use if the oil separates.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sesame seed hulled
- olive oil optional
- salt sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Toast the sesame seeds (optional): While not necessary, toasting the sesame seeds can enhance the flavor of your tahini. To do this, preheat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until lightly golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Let the toasted seeds cool completely before proceeding.
- Grind the sesame seeds: Transfer the cooled sesame seeds (or raw seeds if not toasting) to a food processor or high-powered blender. Grind for a few minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture will start to become crumbly.
- Process until smooth: Continue processing for several minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture will become progressively smoother and start to release its oil. This can take anywhere from 5-10 minutes depending on your food processor's power.
- Add oil (optional): If the mixture seems too dry or difficult to process, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of neutral oil at a time to help achieve a smoother consistency.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Transfer the finished tahini to an airtight container. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to a month. Give it a good stir before using as the oil will separate out as it sits.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Tbsp | |
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Calcium | 183mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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