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Homemade Tahini

Our quick and easy homemade tahini recipe uses only two ingredients, sesame seeds and oil. Perfect for hummus, dips, and spreads.
Course Condiment
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Keyword homemade tahini, tahini
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 16 tablespoons
Calories 111kcal
Author Courtney

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sesame seeds hulled
  • 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil

Instructions

  • Over medium heat, toast sesame seeds for about 4 minutes until they start to brown and become aromatic.
  • Move seeds to a blender, blend into a paste, then gradually add oil to reach desired consistency.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.

Notes

  • Add more oil in small increments if you prefer a smoother, thinner tahini.
  • Sesame seeds can quickly go from perfectly toasted to burnt; pay close attention when toasting. If the sesame seeds brown too much, the tahini may become bitter. Aim for a light golden color for a balanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 3mg