Tahini is also sesame butter. The paste is made from lightly roasted sesame seeds by grinding, kneading or grinding. This makes the nutty aroma even more intense. Due to the high fat content, the paste has an oily consistency. The separation of fat and sesame butter is a natural process. Simply mix the paste before consumption. How does tahini taste? The taste of the paste may vary depending on how it is prepared. Some people wonder why tahini is bitter. Bitterness is characteristic of a paste made from unpeeled sesame seeds. All sesame lovers will surely love tahini.
Sesame paste is used, among other things, in the production of hummus and halva. It is an important ingredient in the cuisines of Israel, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Turkey, Greece and North Africa. Sesame paste is also found in Indian and Chinese dishes. It is sold fresh or dried. Also suitable for freezing. Sesame butter was first mentioned in Mesopotamia 4,000 years ago. The name of the trade wind comes from the word "tahana" which means "to crush" in Arabic. In ancient times, sesame was not only a valuable food, but also a remedy.
Sesame paste provides our body with unsaturated fatty acids (mainly linoleic and oleic acid). It is also a source of amino acids (methionine, phenylalanine and tryptophan). Tahini is 60% fat and 20% highly digestible protein. Sesame paste is rich in B vitamins, folic acid, riboflavin and niacin. It also contains iron, manganese, zinc, calcium, magnesium and large amounts of fiber. Sesame butter has a positive effect on our body. It is especially recommended for people on a vegetarian diet as it helps fill in protein deficiencies.
INGREDIENTS
Roasted Peeled Sesame.
NUTRITIONAL PRODUCT PER 100 g
Calorific value - 2844 kJ / 688 kcal
Fat - 59.9 g
- of which saturated fatty acids - 6.66 g
Carbohydrates - 10 g
- of which sugar - 1.6 g
Fiber - 7.9 g
Protein - 23.2 g
Salt - 0.033 g
NET WEIGHT: 330 g
APPLICATION
Europeans do not know exactly how to use sesame paste in the kitchen, and it is extremely universal. It is the basic ingredient of hummus and eggplant paste called baba ghanoush. Its taste goes very well with dates and chocolate. You can add tahini to your oatmeal or use it as an alternative to regular butter and spread it over your sandwiches. This is how you prepare a tasty, nutritious breakfast that is a great change for everyone in the household. You can also use the paste for sweet pastries. You can make delicious cookies from it, prepare a delicious cream for a cake or waffles. Tahini also goes well with dry dishes. It is used to prepare various types of dips, snacks and salads (e.g. with chicken). Experiment and enjoy the original taste of sesame butter.
RECOMMENDED STORAGE
Store cool and dry.
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