Tahini is a thick, creamy paste made from roasted and ground sesame seeds. It is very popular in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine.<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udfe2 What is it used for?
\n\u2022 as a sauce or base for sauces
\n\u2022 for hummus
\n\u2022 for desserts
\n\u2022 as a healthy addition to dishes<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udfe2 What is tahini eaten with?<\/p>\n
Savory:
\n\u2022 \ud83e\udd59 hummus (chickpeas + tahini + lemon + garlic)
\n\u2022 \ud83e\udd57 salads (as a dressing with lemon)
\n\u2022 \ud83e\udd59 falafel
\n\u2022 \ud83e\udd69 meat, chicken, kebab
\n\u2022 \ud83c\udf46 baked vegetables (eggplant, cauliflower)
\n\u2022 \ud83e\uded3 with pita bread or bread<\/p>\n
Sweet:
\n\u2022 \ud83c\udf6f with honey or date syrup
\n\u2022 \ud83c\udf4e with fruit
\n\u2022 \ud83c\udf70 in pastries and creams
\n\u2022 \ud83e\udd63 with cereals or yogurt<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udfe2 Benefits
\n\u2022 rich in calcium, magnesium, iron
\n\u2022 contains healthy fats
\n\u2022 well-satisfying
\n\u2022 suitable for vegans<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udca1 Tip: if the tahini has thickened – just mix it well, it’s normal.<\/p>\n
2 quick and delicious tahini recipes:<\/p>\n
\u2e3b<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd59 CLASSIC HUMUS (5 minutes)<\/p>\n
Ingredients:
\n\u2022 1 can of cooked chickpeas (or 250 g)
\n\u2022 2\u20133 tbsp. tahini
\n\u2022 juice of \u00bd lemon
\n\u2022 1 clove of garlic
\n\u2022 2\u20134 tbsp. cold water
\n\u2022 salt – to taste
\n\u2022 olive oil – to taste<\/p>\n
Preparation:
\n1. Place all ingredients in a blender.
\n2. Blend until creamy.
\n3. Add more water if necessary.
\n4. Serve with olive oil on top.<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd55 Delicious with pita bread, vegetables, falafel.<\/p>\n
\u2e3b<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd57 TAHINI SAUCE (all-purpose)<\/p>\n
Ingredients:
\n\u2022 2 tbsp. tahini
\n\u2022 juice of \u00bd lemon
\n\u2022 2\u20133 tbsp. water
\n\u2022 salt
\n\u2022 (optional: garlic, paprika or cumin)<\/p>\n
Preparation:
\n1. Mix tahini with lemon juice.
\n2. Add water – the sauce will become lighter and more tender.
\n3. Add salt and spices.<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd57 Perfect for salads, chicken, meat, vegetables.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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