Taratour
(Middle Eastern sesame sauce)
Taratour is a favorite sauce in the Eastern Mediterranean. Serve it with shawarma, fish, falafel, kefta or over vegetables. Sometimes spelled taratoor or tarator.
Makes about 1 cup
- Tahini -- 1/4 cup
- Salt -- 1-2 teaspoon
- Water -- 1/2 cup
- Lemon juice -- 1/4 cup
Method
- Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and whisk together until smooth.
Variations
- Add more or less water depending on how thick you like the sauce. It is typically served somewhat thick in the Middle East.
- Add one or two cloves of minced garlic if you like.
