Homemade Tahini (Sesame Paste)

 

Homemade Tahini (Sesame Paste)

Tahini is Arabic in origin and sesame paste is used in Eastern Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, North African, and Asian cuisines.
Cuisine Arabic
Servings 0

Ingredients
  

  • 250 grams white sesame seeds, (8.8 oz)
  • 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • food processor

Instructions
 

  • In a dry pan, toast the sesame seeds on low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Toast until golden brown. Pour seeds onto a plate and allow to cool.
  • When the seeds have cooled, place seeds in your food processor. Blend until the seeds are a fine texture, then slowly add the olive oil to make a smooth paste.
  • Pour the paste into jar and store in the fridge for up to several weeks. Use in recipes calling for tahini (sesame paste).

Notes

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Inspired by Peng's Kitchen and the link to this recipe is here. Singapore.

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