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Homemade Tahini Recipe

Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds. It is creamy, nutty and used in dishes like hummus or on its own for a spread or dip.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 921 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sesame seeds
  • 1-2 tablespoons neutral oil (avocado oil , grapeseed oil, canola oil)
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the sesame seeds into an even layer on the parchment and bake for 10 minutes or so.
  2. As soon as they have a light brown exterior, take them out of the oven and transfer to a plate to cool.
  3. Once completely cooled, put your toasted sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon of the oil and salt in a food processor, and blend until smooth. If it needs more oil, add it by the ½ tablespoon blending in between each addition.
  4. Scoop the finished tahini into an airtight container and keep in the fridge for 3-4 weeks. You may need to give it a good stir before each use much like you would with natural peanut butter, it has the tendency to separate.
  5. Store in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool dry place.
  6. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments and ratings!

Nutrition Information

Calories 921kcal (46%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 82g (126%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Sodium 17mg (1%) Potassium 702mg (20%) Fiber 18g (72%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 1463mg (146%) Iron 22mg (122%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 921

% Daily Value*

Calories 921kcal 46%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 82g 126%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Sodium 17mg 1%
Potassium 702mg 15%
Fiber 18g 72%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 1463mg 146%
Iron 22mg 122%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.