Tahini

tahini

Recipe 1

Ingredients

• 5 cups sesame seeds
• 1 1/2 cups olive oil or vegetable oil
• Salt, to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. toast the seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir the seeds frequently until they are lightly colored but not brown, or about 5 minutes
2. Transfer the toasted seeds to a tray and let them cool completely.
3. Pour sesame seeds into the food processor. Slowly drizzle in the oil while the processor is running, blending for 2 minutes. Check for consistency. The goal is a thick, yet pourable texture. Add more oil and blend until desired consistency.
4. Add salt to taste.

Storage

Tahini will keep in a refrigerator for up to three months if it’s stored properly in an airtight container.

Recipe 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups hulled white sesame seeds
• 1-2 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven 350
2. add seeds to bare baking sheet
3. Bake seeds for ~10 minutes (until golden brown)
4. Let cool for 5 minutes
5. Add seeds to food processor, blend until smooth (add more oil to desired texture)

Can be stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks