Tahini is one of my pantry essentials. I love it for its taste, versatility, and health benefits. Tahini is made out of 1 ingredient – sesame seeds. I make this perfect creamy Tahini at home because it is an incredibly easy and satisfying process.
Place warm sesame seeds and sea salt into a food processor or blender. If you don't have a high-powered food processor you still will be able to make Tahini, it will take a bit longer, just be patient.
Process the seeds until smooth and runny for 5 to 15 minutes (time depends on the appliance used). Stop occasionally and scrape sides as needed.
Transfer tahini in a thoroughly cleaned airtight jar and keep in the fridge
Notes
*How to roast sesame seeds
Place sesame seeds in a dry frying pan.
Set heat on medium-low and cook until golden. The higher the roast, the more pronounced sesame seed flavor will transpire.
Be sure to not over-cook sesame seeds. The second they’ve reached the desired color, transfer seeds to a plate right away and set to cool.
**If you’re planning to keep your tahini raw, you still need to warm up the seeds in a large pan.