Palestine Sesame Tahini Sauce and Tahini Mix Recipe

Name: Palestine Sesame Tahini Sauce and Tahini Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 sm. head of garlic, peeled and crushed; salt to taste; 1/2 cup tahini ( sesame seed paste); 1/4 cup cold water, extra as desired; 3 tbsp. lemon juice; 1 tbsp. hot pepper, finely chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley; 1 tbsp. olive oil; 5 md. tomatoes, finely diced; 1 md. cucumber, finely diced; 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley; 3 tbsp. tahini; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 4 cloves garlic, crushed; Salt to taste; 1 tbsp. dried mint

Servings: persons

1-1/2 sm. head of garlic, peeled and crushed
salt to taste
1/2 cup tahini ( sesame seed paste)
1/4 cup cold water, extra as desired
3 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. hot pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
1 tbsp. olive oil
5 md. tomatoes, finely diced
1 md. cucumber, finely diced
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
3 tbsp. tahini
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, crushed
Salt to taste
1 tbsp. dried mint

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SESAME TAHINI SAUCE: Serve this sauce as an appetizer with pita bread.
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It also makes an excellent sauce for other foods.
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Place garlic, salt, tahini, water, lemon juice, and hot pepper in a blender and blend for a few moments.
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If a thinner sauce is desired, add more water, a little a time, while blending further until sauce becomes light in color and the same consistency as mayonnaise.
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Place on a serving platter, garnish with parsley, and sprinkle with olive oil.
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refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour before serving.
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Makes 2 cups TAHINI MIX (Salatat Taheena): Combine tomatoes, cucumber and parsley in a serving bowl; set aside.
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In another bowl, thoroughly mix the tahini with the lemon juice, and set aside.
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Mash garlic with salt; then stir into tahini-lemon juice mixture.
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Add to vegetables and toss; then garnish with dried mint and serve.
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4-6 servings.

126

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 sm. head of garlic, peeled and crushed, salt to taste, 1/2 cup tahini ( sesame seed paste), 1/4 cup cold water, extra as desired, and more.

Yes, Palestine Sesame Tahini Sauce and Tahini Mix falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Palestine Sesame Tahini Sauce and Tahini Mix

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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