Tahini: step by step to make sesame paste at home!
Tahini can have many names, including Taine, Tahin, Tahini, but regardless of how you write or call it, it is always the same delicious ingredient: a paste made from sesame seeds.
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What is Tahini?
Tahini is a paste or cream made from sesame seeds, it is an ingredient widely used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.
It is also widely used in dishes such as hummus and babaganoush, as a spread on bread, cookies and desserts.
Tahini is a paste with a lot of calcium, it is a source of protein, fiber, manganese and copper. Being a source of omega 3 also, essential for many people.
Make Tahini at home
Now that you know what it is, let's check out one practical recipe and step by step to learn how to make Tahini at home and bring all these flavors to your kitchen.
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The ingredients are very simple, you will only need 200g of white sesame seeds. Yes, that's all for the recipe.
To start preparing the dish, it is best to soak the sesame seeds in running water to wash them. Then, place them in a frying pan and toast them over low heat. After at least 5 minutes, you will notice the color changing, so pay attention!
In a processor, place the toasted sesame seeds and beat until it starts to turn into a creamy paste. You can continue beating until you reach the texture you want, which can be more liquid or not.
This process can take around 20 minutes to complete, depending on the power of your processor and the way you are blending.
Then you can transfer it to a clean glass jar and store it in the refrigerator. Don't leave it in there for too long, as it may spoil. The recommended storage time is 15 days maximum.
If you want to add more flavor, you can add olive oil, crushed garlic and a little lemon juice, it will enhance the flavor and make it even more delicious.
How to use?
Tahini is a very versatile ingredient that can be used in different ways in your kitchen.
Its main use is as a base for sauces and spreads, as is the case with hummus and babaganoush. To prepare it, tahini is combined with other ingredients.
Tahini can also be used as a topping for bread, cookies, and toast. Simply spread a layer of tahini and add a touch of honey, jam, or fruit for extra flavor.
It can be added to cookies and cereal bars to give a creamier texture.
Tahini can even be used as a salad dressing, just add whatever you want to season it with and it's ready.
The wide variety of ways to use tahini is what makes it so
used, becoming an essential ingredient in certain cultures and regions, such as the Middle East and the Mediterranean.