Description
Creamy Middle Eastern Tahini Sauce brings rich, nutty flavors from sesame seeds that dance across Mediterranean palates. Smooth and versatile, this silky sauce elevates salads, grilled meats, and vegetable dishes with authentic Mediterranean charm you can savor at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2–3 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)
Seasoning:
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Whisk tahini in a medium mixing bowl to break up any lumps and ensure a smooth base.
- Add freshly squeezed lemon juice, finely minced garlic, and kosher salt to the tahini, creating a rich, tangy foundation.
- Introduce cold water incrementally, stirring continuously to prevent separation and achieve a silky, pourable texture.
- Adjust consistency by adding water in small amounts – the sauce should flow easily but not be watery.
- Finish by drizzling extra virgin olive oil across the surface, gently folding to incorporate a subtle richness.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice if needed for balanced flavor.
- Allow sauce to rest for 2-3 minutes, which helps the flavors meld and slightly thickens the consistency.
- Serve immediately at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 5 days in a sealed container.
Notes
- Use room temperature tahini for smoother blending and easier mixing.
- Adjust water slowly to control thickness, preventing watery or overly thick sauce.
- Fresh garlic provides a sharper, more vibrant flavor compared to pre-minced garlic.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, stirring before each use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg