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Tahini sauce in a small white bowl with a spoon drizzling some back into the bowl.
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5 from 1 vote

Tahini Sauce

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
This tahini sauce is smooth, pourable, and packed with flavor. It’s an easy homemade version that takes just minutes to make and works as a dip, dressing, or drizzle for all your favorite meals.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6
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Ingredients 

  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 garlic grated or pressed (can add more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup warm water

Instructions 

  • In a medium bowl or jar, add all the ingredients.
  • Whisk everything together until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. If it looks too thick at first, keep whisking – it will come together. If needed, add a bit more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Taste and adjust. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed – add more lemon juice for tang, salt for flavor, or a touch more water to thin it out.

Notes

  • Keep whisking—warm water helps it smooth out.
  • For an extra creamy texture or large batch, use a blender.
  • Taste and adjust:
    – More lemon = brighter
    – More salt = deeper flavor
    – More water = thinner
  • This sauce is very forgiving—adjust to your taste!

Nutrition

Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 201mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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