Mediterranean•quick
Tahini Sauce + Video
This easy-to-make tahini sauce is savory and satiny smooth featuring smoky cumin, zesty garlic, and a dash of bright lemon.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 11 min
- Yield
- 12 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2/3 cup tahini paste
- 1/2 cup water ((See Note 1))
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground cumin
Instructions
- 1
Stir the tahini paste to thoroughly mix fat and solids if separated.
- 2
In a small mixing bowl add the tahini, water, lemon juice, garlic and spices.
- 3
Initially the tahini paste will seize, but continue to stir using a whisk until mixture becomes smooth. The sauce should have the consistency of honey, but I like it a liitle thinner and add a tablespoon more water at a time more to achieve this.
- 4
Store in clean container for up to a week. Stir before using.
- 5
Wonderful served as a dipping sauce with vegetables and breads, drizzled over falafel, spooned over roasted vegetables and meats.