{"product_id":"tahini-sesame-paste-340g","title":"Tahini Sesame Paste 340g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTahina (Tahini)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a smooth paste of ground sesame seeds with a rich, nutty flavour. It is a staple of Middle Eastern cooking and, after chickpeas, the key ingredient in hummus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlend it into hummus and baba ghanoush, whisk it with lemon juice, garlic and water into a creamy tahini sauce for falafel, shawarma and salads, drizzle it over roasted vegetables, or stir it into dressings, cookies and other bakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e340g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold individually, Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWays to use tahina\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHummus\u003c\/strong\u003e – Blend a 400g tin of drained chickpeas with 2–3 tbsp tahina, the juice of 1 lemon, 1 small garlic clove, a pinch of salt and a splash of cold water until smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTahini sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e – Whisk 3 tbsp tahina with the juice of half a lemon, a little crushed garlic and salt. It thickens at first – keep adding cold water a spoonful at a time until smooth and pourable. Serve with falafel, shawarma, grilled meat or fish, and salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaba ghanoush\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mash smoky roasted aubergine with tahina, lemon juice, garlic and a drizzle of olive oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith date syrup\u003c\/strong\u003e – Swirl tahina into date syrup (dibs) for a classic sweet dip with warm bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressings \u0026amp; baking\u003c\/strong\u003e – Whisk into salad dressings, drizzle over roasted vegetables, or stir into cookies, brownies and banana bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip\u003c\/strong\u003e – Natural oil separation is normal – stir the oil back in before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is tahina?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA smooth paste made from ground sesame seeds – also spelled tahini, tahineh or tehina. It is a staple of Middle Eastern cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs tahina the same as tahini?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – they are two names for the same sesame paste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is there oil on the top?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sesame oil naturally rises to the top over time. This is normal – just stir it back in before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I keep it in the fridge once opened?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdvice varies between makers, so please follow the instructions on the jar. Chilled tahina is thicker – let it come to room temperature and stir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I make tahini sauce smooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd lemon juice first, then cold water a spoonful at a time while whisking. It looks thick and grainy at first, then turns smooth and creamy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best before date?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is printed on the pack. If you need a particular date, please contact us before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it delivered?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45. Carefully packed and sent as a tracked parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64110926922058,"sku":"237140003334","price":3.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/8630\/3818\/files\/s-l1600_a5ba16ce-0d61-4086-9123-af3502769d53.jpg?v=1793049845","url":"https:\/\/levarafoods.com\/products\/tahini-sesame-paste-340g","provider":"Levara Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}