Basic Homemade Tahini

Elevate your kitchen staples with this easy and captivating recipe for Basic Homemade Tahini, a creamy sesame paste that adds rich flavor and smooth texture to a variety of dishes. Made with just two simple ingredients—golden toasted sesame seeds and a splash of neutral oil—this straightforward recipe delivers unmatched freshness and versatility. With only 15 minutes from start to finish, crafting tahini at home ensures you'll avoid preservatives and savor a pure, nutty taste ideal for hummus, dressings, marinades, or desserts. Perfect for meal prep, this recipe creates a velvety tahini that stays fresh in your refrigerator for up to a month, helping you bring Middle Eastern-inspired flavor into your cooking anytime. Discover the joy of homemade tahini—fresh, customizable, and delightfully simple to make.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 250 grams sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., grapeseed, avocado, or light olive oil)

Directions

Step 1

Place a large, dry skillet over medium heat and allow it to heat up for 1-2 minutes.

Step 2

Add the sesame seeds to the skillet and toast them, stirring frequently, for about 5-7 minutes or until they turn fragrant and light golden in color. Be careful not to burn them as burned seeds will make the tahini taste bitter.

Step 3

Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a plate or tray and let them cool completely, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Once cooled, add the sesame seeds to a food processor or high-speed blender.

Step 5

Process the seeds for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until they become crumbly in texture.

Step 6

With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the neutral oil, one tablespoon at a time, and continue processing for another 3-5 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You can adjust the texture by adding a little more oil if needed.

Step 7

Taste the tahini and adjust the consistency to your liking, but avoid adding salt or other flavors if you’re planning to use it as a versatile ingredient.

Step 8

Transfer the tahini to a clean, airtight jar or container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(292g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1937.5

Total Fat 195g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 63.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 117.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 51g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 925mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.5%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 5.6%