Tahini recipe | How to make tahini | How to make sesame paste at home

Tahini is a easy to make Mediterranean condiment made with sesame seeds. It can be added to spreads, sandwiches, salads and tahini sauce.

For best results follow my detailed step-by-step photo instructions and tips.

Prep Time5 minutes

Cook Time10 minutes

Total Time15 minutes

Servings4

If using unhulled sesame seeds, rinse them in lots of water and rub with both your palms.
Drain them to a colander and repeat the rinse few more times.
Leave them to dry completely.

Roast sesame seeds on a low to medium flame until crunchy and aromatic. Cool them completely.
Add them to a processor or blender jar along with salt if using.
Blend until the seeds are crushed well and turn fine.
Within a few minutes the seeds will begin to release oils.
If you do not have a high speed blender then add the oil as needed and blend until it turns to a smooth paste.
Store tahini in a airtight glass jar.