Tahinah (Sesame Dip) Recipe 🍽️
Description: This versatile dip can elevate your appetizers, serve as a delicious dip, be a delightful first course, or even double as a salad dressing. The recipe yields a thick version, but you can easily adjust the consistency to your liking by adding water.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Recipe Category: Spreads 🥖
Keywords: Southwest Asia (Middle East), Asian, European, Free Of…, Hanukkah, < 15 Mins, Small Appliance
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 cups | Sesame paste |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 2/3 cup | Lemon juice |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper |
| 1/2 tsp | Paprika |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 8.5
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 932.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.3g
- Sugar Content: 0.4g
- Protein Content: 0.3g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Gather all your ingredients: sesame paste, water, lemon juice, garlic cloves, salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Blending:
- In a blender goblet, add the sesame paste.
- With the blender on low speed, slowly pour in the water and lemon juice.
- Continue blending until the mixture achieves a smooth and creamy consistency, resembling mayonnaise.
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Seasoning:
- Once the base mixture is smooth, add in the garlic cloves, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Blend again until all ingredients are well incorporated and the dip is smooth and flavorful.
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Adjust Consistency:
- If the dip is too thick for your liking, you can adjust the consistency by adding a bit more water and blending until you reach your desired thickness.
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Serve:
- For a visually appealing presentation, spread the Tahinah dip on a serving plate, then use a knife to create a decorative swirl pattern.
- Garnish the dip with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or a dusting of paprika for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve your Tahinah dip alongside an array of raw vegetables or with warm pita bread slices for dipping.
Tips:
- Customize Seasonings: Feel free to adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences. You can add more garlic for extra flavor or adjust the amount of lemon juice for a tangier taste.
- Storage: Store any leftover Tahinah dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just give it a quick stir before serving leftovers.
- Versatile Uses: Get creative with how you use this Tahinah dip! Besides being a dip for veggies or pita bread, you can use it as a spread for sandwiches or wraps, or even as a dressing for salads.
Enjoy your homemade Tahinah dip, perfect for any occasion! 🌟
