Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Tahini ?
A paste made from ground, hulled sesame seeds, offering a rich, nutty, and slightly bitter flavor, essential in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines.
"Master the art of cooking with Tahini, the Middle Eastern essential."
Quel goût a le/la/l'Tahini ?
Nutty, Earthy, Slightly Bitter
- Taste
- Nutty, Earthy, Slightly Bitter, Umami, Rich
- Texture
- Smooth, Creamy, Thick, Oily, sometimes slightly gritty
- Aroma
- Toasted Sesame, Earthy, Nutty
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Oil Content
Up to 50-60%
Sesame Seed Global Production (2022)
Approx. 7.5 million metric tons
Shelf Life (unopened)
Up to 2 years
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 15g (1 tbsp)Le secret du chef
To achieve the perfect smooth and creamy tahini sauce, always add cold water and lemon juice slowly while whisking vigorously. It will seize up and then loosen beautifully.
Substituts & Proportions pour Tahini
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Tahini est Cashew Butter, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Creamy texture, mild nutty flavor, good for sauces and dressings.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Cashew Butter Meilleur | 1:1 | Creamy texture, mild nutty flavor, good for sauces and dressings. |
| Peanut Butter | 1:1 | Stronger, distinct peanut flavor, good for savory dishes where peanut is acceptable. |
| Sunflower Seed Butter | 1:1 | Nut-free alternative, similar consistency, distinct sunflower flavor. |
| Almond Butter | 1:1 | Milder nutty flavor, creamy, good for desserts or dressings. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Tahini
- Choose brands with minimal ingredients (just sesame seeds, possibly salt).
- Stir well before use as oil separation is natural.
- Refrigerate after opening.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Tahini ?
- Lemon
- garlic
- chickpeas
- eggplant
- honey
- dates
- yogurt
- lamb
- fish.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Tahini ?
Nutty, Earthy, Slightly Bitter Toasted Sesame, Earthy, Nutty
Quel est un bon substitut pour Tahini ?
Le meilleur substitut est Cashew Butter (1:1). Creamy texture, mild nutty flavor, good for sauces and dressings.
Comment choisir et conserver le Tahini ?
Choose brands with minimal ingredients (just sesame seeds, possibly salt). Stir well before use as oil separation is natural. Refrigerate after opening.
