Definition of tahini
: a smooth paste of sesame seeds
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The mutabbal, a dip of roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon juice and olive oil ($6.99), stands out as a tangy, creamy must-try.
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At the time, each was perhaps the best in New York, the hummus whipped, with cumin, lemon, garlic, and tahini, until tantalizingly silky and light, the pita thick, soft, and chewy, with just a hint of charred crust.
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Pickled onion and a schmear of tahini rounded out this appealing flavor profile.
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Balla’s version is the Dad Burger, made with sunflower seed tahini, Heinz ketchup, garlic salt, pepper, pickles and onion.
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To a large bowl, add the oat flour, remaining 1 cup of oats, tahini, maple syrup and flax seeds.
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In a large bowl, whisk fish sauce with lemon zest and juice, honey, tahini, olive oil, and 2 tsp.
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In a stand mixer, blend the butter, tahini and all but 1 tablespoon of the date syrup on medium speed until light, fluffy and creamy, about 5 minutes.
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Arabic salad, tahini, and pickles served in a warm pita.
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Origin and Etymology of tahini
Arabic dialect ṭaḥīna, from ṭaḥana to grind
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