Toasted sesame seeds and olive oil are all you need to whip up this homemade tahini recipe in a food processor. There are so many uses for this tasty Middle Eastern paste!
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Calories
194 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread sesame seeds on a rimmed baking sheet.
Step 2
Bake in the preheated oven, shaking the baking sheet frequently, until seeds are lightly toasted, 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Pour cooled seeds and 1 1/2 cups olive oil into a food processor. Blend until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Add more oil and blend until a thick yet pourable consistency is reached.
