Questions & Answers - Tahini, Sesame Paste
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 Question:
Hello! I have a recipe
for Oriental Orzo Salad,
and it calls for Tahini.
I'm not sure what it is
or where to look for it.
Any help you can
provide would be greatly
appreciated! Thanks.
- Jennifer G
(5/30/02)
Tahini is the equivalent of
peanut butter, only it is made
from 100% crushed sesame seeds.
It can be used as a sandwich
spread, or mixed with a variety
of other seasonings such as
garlic and onion or cayenne
pepper for a tasty dip or salad
dressing. Tahini is a key
ingredient in hummus, the
traditional Middle Eastern
chickpea spread. If you can't
find Tahini in your grocery
store, peanut butter can
be substituted.
Feedback: Wow! I would have never guessed that one. Thanks for the info - you're a walking culinary fountain of knowledge! - Jennifer |