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Taratour

(Middle Eastern sesame sauce)

Yield: about 1 cup


INGREDIENTS PREP AMOUNT
Tahini 1/4 cup
Lemon juice 1/4 cup
Water 1/2 cup
Salt 1-2 tsp

METHOD

Basic Steps:  Mix
  1. Mix all together till smooth.

VARIATIONS

  • Add more or less water depending on how thick you like the sauce. It is typically served somewhat thick in the Levant.
  • Add one or two cloves of minced garlic if you like.

NOTES

  • This is a favorite sauce in the Eastern Mediterranean to serve with shawarma, fish, falafel, kefta, or over vegetables.
  • Sometimes spelled taratoor.