The Best Tahini Sauce Recipe
User Reviews
5
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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
Description
This tahini sauce starts with tahini paste combined with freshly squeezed lemon juice and water, which is gradually incorporated to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. It can be prepared either by blending in a blender or by whisking vigorously in a bowl or jar. Salt and freshly ground black pepper season the sauce to taste. Letting it rest for 10 to 15 minutes allows the flavors to meld.
The resulting sauce is velvety with a nutty richness balanced by the acidity of lemon juice, making it versatile for dressing salads, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or serving as a dip. The water amount can be adjusted to reach desired thickness.
Its unadorned ingredients make it a basic yet essential sauce to have on hand for adding creaminess and tang to many dishes without overwhelming their flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons tahini paste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ cup water or more, as needed
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
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.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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