The essential jar in your kitchen cabinet
One of the most used jars in my kitchen? Absolutely the jar of tahini. There isn't just one jar, but four. From creamy light to slightly bitter to intensely dark brown. I thought there was no one on this planet who didn't know this liquid gold, but they exist. Yes, really. Tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds from the Mediterranean cuisine. Insanely delicious and also healthy. It's not only the base for your favorite spread (yes yes: hummus), but also delicious in cake batter, over apple pie, and in dressings. Besides the fact that tahini is plant-based and dairy-free, this sesame paste is packed with nutrients. In short, stock up on those jars. Just at the supermarket or your favorite corner store, because you want to try these recipes tonight.
Healthy salted caramel
- 6 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- Pinch of coarse sea salt
- Take a bowl and mix all the ingredients together.
- Delicious over your oatmeal, on your apple pie, or as a dip for your apple slices.
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 5 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Juice of 1 lime
- Grated zest of 2 cm ginger
- 1 chili pepper, finely chopped without seeds
- Mix all the ingredients together and blend until you get a smooth dressing.
- Tasty over a Thai beef salad or over a buddha bowl.
Energy balls
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 5 tbsp almond flour
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Grated coconut or chopped nuts for garnish
- Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Divide the dough into five and roll into balls.
- Roll the balls in grated coconut or finely chopped nuts.
Homemade hummus
- 1 can of chickpeas
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Handful of fresh coriander (+ extra for garnish)
- Put all the ingredients in the blender and mix until you get a smooth mass.
- Put the hummus in a bowl, top with olive oil, fresh coriander, and some paprika powder.
