Homemade Tahini

Yellow Chili's

Tahini is a versatile condiment with nutty flavors. It's made from sesame seeds, oil, & salt, & is used in various dishes like sauces, hummus, & salads. Enjoy it with falafel, pita, veggies, & grains

Homemade Tahini

YIELD

 2 cup

TYPE

Condiment

TIME

15 minutes

LEVEL

Beginner

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Toast sesame seeds in a medium heat pan until aromatic, stirring occasionally to prevent burning

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Prep Tahini

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Transfer toasted seeds to a plate and spread evenly, allowing them to cool to room temperature

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Once cooled, add sesame seeds to a high-powered blender, ensuring the lid is secure but lid cap open

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Blend the seeds using a tamper, pushing them towards the vortex area, until they turn crumbly

4

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Open lid, scrape sides, add oil. Close lid, process until smooth, scraping as needed. Season with salt, briefly process to distribute flavor

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Prep Tahini

Use this tahini for sauces, dressings, hummus, Baba Ganoush, and more. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month

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Serving

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