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RCI-SC.006.0035.001

Tahina Sauce

Tahina Sauce from the Recidemia collection

nut-free
Prep25 min
Cook35 min
Total60 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

  • tahina
    1 cup
  • to 2 cups of water
    1 ½ unit
  • 2 tablespoons
  • 1 tablespoon
  • ½ teaspoon
  • Onion
    chopped
    1 small
  • crushed garlic cloves (optional)
    3-5 unit
  • finely chopped parsley (optional)
    1 unit
  • 1 unit

Method

1
Peel and finely grate or mince the onion, then set aside to use as a flavoring base for the sauce.
3 minutes
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the tahini paste with freshly squeezed lemon juice, stirring vigorously as the mixture will first thicken before becoming smooth.
3 minutes
3
Add the minced onion, a splash of vinegar, ground cumin, and salt to the tahini and lemon mixture, stirring well to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
2 minutes
4
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable, creamy consistency.
3 minutes
5
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, lemon juice, vinegar, or cumin to achieve a balanced tangy and nutty flavor.
2 minutes
6
Transfer the finished tahina sauce to a serving bowl or airtight jar, and allow it to rest for at least 10 minutes so the flavors meld together fully.
10 minutes