Homemade Tahini (Sesame Paste)
Tahini is Arabic in origin and sesame paste is used in Eastern Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, North African, and Asian cuisines.
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).
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Inspired by Peng's Kitchen and the link to this recipe is here. Singapore.
Inspired by Peng's Kitchen and the link to this recipe is here. Singapore.
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