Sauces, spreads and condiments
Substitutes for tahini
Tahini is ground sesame seeds: nutty, a little bitter and creamy. Sesame is one of the major food allergens.
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Sunflower seed butter
- How much
- The same amount
- How
- Add a squeeze of lemon to balance the sweetness.
- What changes
- Sweeter and earthier; close in texture.
- Best in
- Hummus, dressings, sauces.
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Cashew or almond butter
- How much
- The same amount
- What changes
- Milder and sweeter. Tree nuts.
- Best in
- Hummus, dressings.
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Greek yogurt + a little sesame oil
- How much
- The same amount of yogurt, plus a few drops of toasted sesame oil
- What changes
- Tangy and lighter; still tastes of sesame (skip the oil for a sesame allergy).
- Best in
- Dressings, sauces.
Simmerbee recipes with tahini (5)
- Air-Fryer Falafel Patties
- Crispy Pan-Fried Falafel with Tahini Sauce
- Extra-Smooth Classic Hummus
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
- Smoky Baba Ganoush
On those recipes, tap Swaps next to the ingredient for the short version.
More sauces, spreads and condiments swaps
Soy sauceWorcestershire sauceFish sauceOyster sauceMayonnaiseMustardTomato pasteCanned tomatoesPeanut butterNuts