Homemade Tahini

Tahini, the creamy and versatile sesame paste, is an essential ingredient in countless recipes, from traditional hummus to sweet desserts. Making tahini at home is not only simple but also allows you to control the quality of the ingredients for a healthier and more flavorful result. With just sesame seeds and a touch of sunflower oil, you can create a smooth, nutty tahini that’s fresher than any store-bought version.

Once you try this homemade tahini recipe, you’ll never go back to the packaged kind. It’s quick, easy, and incredibly rewarding to whip up your own batch. Use it as a base for dressings, sauces, or simply enjoy it drizzled over your favorite dishes.

Homemade Tahini

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: DessertCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

Bowl

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

0

minutes

Calories

3703

kcal

Total time

15

minutes

Create your own creamy and delicious tahini at home with just two simple ingredients: sesame seeds and sunflower oil. Perfect for dips, dressings, and more!

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 600 g 21.2 oz Sesame Seeds, roasted

• 30 g 1.1 oz Sunflower Oil

Recipe directions

• Add the roasted sesame seeds to a bowl and blend them using an immersion blender until smooth.
• Gradually add sunflower oil while continuing to blend.
• Transfer the tahini to a food processor and process for a few seconds to achieve a creamy consistency.

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