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| | What is tahini? |
 | | To make tahini, sesame seeds are soaked in water for a day, then crushed to separate the bran from the kernels. |
 | | There are two types of tahini, light and dark, and the light ivory version is considered to have both the best flavor and texture. |
 | | Tahini is most closely associated with the Middle East, where it is eaten as is, and often used in making hummus (mashed chickpeas, flavored with lemon juice and garlic), baba ghanoush (a purée of eggplant, lemon juice, garlic, and oil), halvah (a confection that includes honey or cane syrup), and other traditional dishes. |
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