Tahini Sauce

Tahini paste is whisked with lemon juice, garlic, water, and a touch of salt to create a smooth, creamy sauce with nutty, tangy flavor. The mixture balances richness from the sesame with bright acidity, producing a versatile condiment for vegetables, grains, or grilled proteins.

As the sauce is blended, it thickens slightly while remaining pourable, allowing flavors to meld evenly. Gentle stirring ensures a cohesive, silky texture without lumps. The preparation emphasizes proper mixing, balanced seasoning, and gradual incorporation of liquid to produce a creamy, flavorful tahini sauce.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Sauces

Mediterranean

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• ¼ cup tahini
• 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 small garlic clove, crushed
• 3 Tbsp. cold water, more if needed
• ¼ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. olive oil

Instructions 

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• Add crushed garlic to lemon juice and let steep for 10 minutes.
• Strain garlic from lemon juice and combine in a bowl with the tahini, cold water, and salt.
• Whisk together ingredients until blended smooth.
• Add olive oil to mellow the flavor, more water to smooth, or salt for taste.