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Tahini

Tahini

Cuisine:Middle Eastern

Course:Sauce

5m prep 5m cook 20m ready

A simple homemade tahini made from toasted sesame seeds and oil. Smooth and creamy, perfect for dressings and dips.

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  1. Step 1.

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, toast the 2 cups hulled sesame seeds for a few minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and starting to turn slightly golden. Turn off the heat.

  2. Step 2.

    Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend on high for 8 to 10 minutes, scraping the sides frequently with a spatula, until a paste forms.

  3. Step 3.

    With the blender running, drizzle in ¼ cup avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil and continue to blend on high for 3 to 4 minutes, until the tahini is smooth and creamy.

  4. Step 4.

    Pour the tahini into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks. If the tahini separates, stir well to reincorporate before using.

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Nutrition (per serving, estimated)

Estimated based off 2 of 2 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).

Energy
1806 cal
Protein
51.1 g
Carbohydrate
67.5 g
Fiber
34 g
Sugars
0.86 g
Sodium
32.9 mg
Total fat
143 g
Saturated fat
20 g
Monounsaturated fat
54 g
Polyunsaturated fat
62.7 g
Vitamins & minerals
  • Calcium: 2808 mg
  • Iron: 41.9 mg
  • Magnesium: 1011 mg
  • Phosphorus: 1812 mg
  • Potassium: 1348 mg
  • Zinc: 22.3 mg

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