Tahini – Homemade Tahini Recipe

Tahini – Homemade Tahini Recipe

Tahini is a staple in many kitchens, used in a variety of dishes as well as for body and skin care. While it’s often sold at high prices in stores, it can be made easily and cheaply at home using just a few ingredients.

Nutritional content per serving:

 

• 89 calories

• 8.6 g fat

• 1.12 g saturated fat

• 3.18 g carbohydrates

• 1.4 g fiber

• 0 cholesterol

• 2.55 g protein

Ingredients:

• 300 g raw sesame seeds (unroasted)

• 300 g sunflower oil

• ¼ teaspoon salt

Preparation Steps:

1. Toast the sesame seeds:
   Choose high-quality sesame seeds, as they are the main ingredient and determine the flavor of the tahini. The better the sesame quality, the better the taste. Use a non-stick pan (such as Tefal) over low heat.

2. Once the pan is hot, add the sesame seeds and stir continuously with a wooden spoon until they turn a light golden color. The degree of toasting affects the color of the tahini—lightly toasted seeds give a lighter tahini, while darker seeds produce a darker color.

3. Cool and grind:
   Once toasted to your liking, let the sesame seeds cool completely. Transfer them to a spice grinder and grind them as finely as possible.

4. Blend into tahini:
   Place the ground sesame into a blender, add the sunflower oil and salt, and blend for 5–7 minutes until smooth and creamy.

5. Adjust consistency:
   If you prefer thicker tahini, use less oil or increase the amount of sesame seeds.

With this simple method, you can make delicious, fresh, and budget-friendly tahini right in your kitchen.

Bon appétit!