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Jalapeño sesame tahini sauce served

Jalapeño Sesame Tahini Sauce

Tahini sauce is one of the best-known complements to Middle Eastern cuisine, enhancing the flavors of dishes with its rich, nutty taste and creamy texture. This jalapeño version creates a perfect harmony of spicy and sesame flavors, which is excellent with fresh vegetables, salads, and grilled meats. As the sesame seeds toast in the pan, their aroma fills the kitchen, while the freshness of the jalapeño and the rich creaminess of the tahini offer a refreshing taste experience. This sauce is an ideal choice for a light summer dinner or even a festive table. The secret to the perfect tahini sauce lies in the quality of the ingredients and the balance of flavors. If you want a more intense spiciness, increase the amount of jalapeño, or if you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of garlic. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for days, so you can take it out anytime as a quick, refreshing complement.

Prep Time 10 min
Preparation 5 min
Total 15 min
180 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 4 tbsp Tahini
⭕ 2 Fresh jalapeño peppers
⭕ 2 tbsp Lemon juice
⭕ 3 tbsp Water
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
⭕ 1 tbsp Olive oil
⭕ 1 pinch Salt
⭕ 1 pinch Black pepper

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Wash the jalapeños, remove the stems, and if you prefer a milder sauce, remove the seeds. Peel the garlic cloves.

    2

    Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

    3

    In a blender, combine the tahini, lemon juice, water, olive oil, jalapeños, and garlic. Blend until smooth.

    4

    Season with salt and pepper. Add the toasted sesame seeds and stir to combine.

    5

    For a thicker sauce, add less water; for a thinner sauce, add more water. Serve with fresh vegetables, salads, or grilled meats.