Lemon-Tahini Sauce
Lemon-Tahini Sauce is a flavorful Middle Eastern Middle Eastern Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Holding the parsley in a bunch, trim off and discard an inch or so from the bottom of the stems.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHolding the parsley in a bunch, trim off and discard an inch or so from the bottom of the stems.
Cut the bunch crosswise into thirds.
Place in a colander, rinse, and drain.
Bounce the colander up and down to shake off excess water.
Place the tahini, parsley, garlic, 4 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons water into the bowl of a food processor.
Blend well, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed and adding enough additional water and/or lemon juice to create a sauce with a smooth, pourable consistency and a nice puckery taste. (The amount of liquid you'll need to add will depend upon the thickness of the tahini and how much water adhered to the parsley.) Add the salt and cayenne (if using).
Refrigerate until needed, for up to 1 week.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.