It is not very hard to learn How to Make Tahini .
Actually, it only takes about two ingredients to do it.
How to Make Tahini
Tahini is an essential ingredient in many kitchens when someone is following the Mediterranean Diet.
It is also well known for anyone who enjoys Middle Eastern dining, as you probably have suspected.
I just mentioned that tahini is an ingredient.
Tahini paste more specifically is an ingredient in many other great recipes.
As you may suspect, I will be posting many of these recipes in the near future.
There is a difference between tahini sauce and tahini paste.
I am pointing this out as folks often use the terms interchangeably.
However, if you are following a recipe that specifies a tahini paste, you probably should avoid using a tahini sauce.
There is a difference between tahini sauce and tahini paste.
Not unlike tomato sauce and tomato paste, tahini sauce and tahini paste differ in consistency.
The tahini paste is thicker and can be used to make the tahini sauce.
Personally, I find it a bit surprising how much it can cost to buy tahini paste.
If you live in a city like the one that I live in, it can also be a challenge to find the taste.
Even more surprising is how sometimes there can be added ingredients to help the taste and perhaps, the longevity of the product itself.
The truth is that there are only two ingredients in this recipe.
When those two ingredients are combined together, they produce a paste, or a butter.
It really is a natural production of ingredients that is also gluten free, low in carbohydrates, vegan, and even friendly to the Mediterranean Diet.
I will be using this recipe to make my hummus recipe.
However, it can also be used to make great tahini dressings and tahini sauces.
Those yummy recipes will certainly be posted in the near future.
By the way, if you have been wondering, there are many benefits for eating tahini.
Because we will be using olive oil in this recipe, this tahini will provide us with all of the benefits of olive oil (think heart and cholesterol benefits). However, what really makes me happy is that tahini is a great source of protein (about 2.5 grams in a tablespoon!) as I am not a meat eater.
To make this recipe you will need sesame seeds.
I know, there are a lot of different kinds of sesame seeds out there. However, using sesame seeds that has been hulled is the standard for most folks. We will be roasting the sesame seeds as well as this will bring out the great taste of the seeds.
When choosing your sesame seeds, please read the label on the package.
I like to make sure that there are no added ingredients to the seeds. Also, non-GMO and organic are good qualities in sesame seeds as well.
Anthony’s Organic Hulled Sesame Seeds is a good example of usable seeds for you.
Anthony’s Organic Hulled Sesame Seeds
About the product
USDA Certified Organic Hulled Sesame Seeds
Batch Tested and Verified Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Vegan, Raw, Hulled
Product of India, Packed in California
Great source of copper, calcium, antioxidants and fiber
Great for baking, salads, smoothies, health bars, granola, cereal, yogurt and more!
By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.
- Homemade and Easy (GF) Salted Chickpea Chips.
- Mediterranean Diet Friendly Whole Wheat Pizza Crust.
- Easy Roasted and Salted Chickpeas.
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How to Make Tahini
How to Make Tahini
This is an essential recipe in Mediterranean Diet kitchens.
Use this vegan, gluten free tahini in recipes such as homemade hummus and dressings.
As mentioned, there are only two ingredients needed in this recipe!
To make this recipe you will need sesame seeds.
You will also need olive oil (I am a fan of the extra virgin olive oil in this recipe).
Here is what you will need to make this easy Tahini Recipe.
- Sesame Seeds – 1 cup. Look for the hulled sesame seeds. While we will be roasting ours, you can cheat by using sesame seeds already roasted for you!. Yay!
- Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred)– ¼ cup. You can use less or more olive oil to get a desired consistency as well.
- Optional- salt or other seasonings as desired. I prefer to add salts and seasonings to the recipe that I use my tahini for however.
How to Make Tahini
- If your sesame seeds need to be roasted, ie. you did not use the cheat mentioned before to use sesame seeds already roasted for you!. Roast your seeds in a preheated oven on 350 (about 10 minutes stirring every 3-4) or in a pan (not prep, stir as needed until done) over the stove.
- To make this you can use a blender, Vitamix, or food processor.
- Combine your ingredients together and blend until smooth. You can add additional olive oil as needed for consistency. This should only take a few minutes to complete. Store this covered in your refrigerator.
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How to Make Tahini
Ingredients
- Sesame Seeds – 1 cup. Look for the hulled sesame seeds. While we will be roasting ours you can cheat by using sesame seeds already roasted for you!. Yay!
- Olive Oil extra virgin preferred– ¼ cup. You can use less or more olive oil to get a desired consistency as well.
- Optional- salt or other seasonings as desired. I prefer to add salts and seasonings to the recipe that I use my tahini for however.
Instructions
- If your sesame seeds need to be roasted, ie. you did not use the cheat mentioned before to use sesame seeds already roasted for you!. Roast your seeds in a preheated oven on 350 (about 10 minutes stirring every 3-4) or in a pan (not prep, stir as needed until done) over the stove.
- Combine your ingredients together and blend until smooth. You can add additional olive oil as needed for consistency. This should only take a few minutes to complete. Store this covered in your refrigerator.
Recipe Notes
- To make this recipe you will need sesame seeds. Look for the hulled sesame seeds. While we will be roasting ours, you can cheat by using sesame seeds already roasted for you!. Yay!
- You will also need olive oil (I am a fan of the extra virgin olive oil in this recipe).
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Nutrition
Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!
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