
The Best Tahini Sauce Recipe
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5.0
117 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
45 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern, Israeli

The Best Tahini Sauce Recipe
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This lemony and tangy condiment can be used as a salad dressing or drizzled over falafel, shawarma, and kofta kebabs.
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons tahini paste
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup water or more, as needed
- salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
Method 1: Using a Blender
- Add 4 tablespoons of tahini paste and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice to a blender.
- Start the blender on low speed and gradually pour in ¼ cup of water. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Stop the blender and season the tahini sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasonings.
- Transfer the sauce to a bowl or jar. Let the flavors meld for 10-15 minutes, and it's ready to serve. Use it as a dip or drizzle over dishes.
Method 2: Using a Bowl or Jar
- In a bowl or jar, combine 4 tablespoons of tahini paste and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Gradually add ¼ cup of water while stirring vigorously with a fork or whisk. Continue until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- Season the tahini sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.
- Cover the bowl or jar and let the flavors meld for about 10-15 minutes. Your tahini sauce is now ready to enjoy. Use it as a dip or drizzle over your favorite dishes. Remember to give it a good stir before each use, as it may naturally separate over time.
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Nutrition Information
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Serving
2tablespoon
Calories
45kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Sodium
3mg
(0%)
Potassium
36mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
0.05g
(0%)
Vitamin A
5IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 45 kcal
% Daily Value*
Serving | 2tablespoon | |
Calories | 45kcal | 2% |
Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
Protein | 1g | 2% |
Fat | 4g | 6% |
Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
Potassium | 36mg | 1% |
Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
Sugar | 0.05g | 0% |
Vitamin A | 5IU | 0% |
Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
117 reviews
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