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Curried garlic tahini sauce served
Rich sesame paste blended with garlic and vibrant curry spices.

Curried garlic tahini sauce

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Sauces and Gravies
Tahini, or sesame paste, is a cornerstone of Middle Eastern cuisine. On its own, it is tart and dense, but with the right seasoning, it mellows into a silky, rich sauce. In this version, the warmth of curry and the freshness of lemon meet to create a truly distinctive accompaniment. The sauce's uniqueness lies in its texture: when sesame oil meets water, a physical transformation occurs where the mixture first thickens up, then suddenly becomes creamy and smooth. A perfect choice for roasted vegetables or falafel.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 145 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Hand whisk or fork
  • Garlic press
  • Lemon squeezer

Allergen Information

⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Peel the garlic, then crush very finely or grate it.

Tip: Grated garlic disperses much better in the cream than chopped, so you won't bite into large pieces.
2 ✓

Spoon the tahini into a bowl, add the crushed garlic, curry powder, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil.

Tip: Stir the tahini thoroughly in its jar before use, as the oil tends to sit on top.
3 ✓

Start mixing the paste. It will initially become lumpy and thick – don't panic, this is a natural process.

Tip: The acidity of the lemon juice first 'seizes' the proteins, making it look like it has split, but this is just a temporary state.
4 ✓

Add the cold water a tablespoon at a time while whisking continuously. Watch as the sauce becomes lighter and creamier with each spoonful of water.

Tip: Cold water helps stabilize the fat and liquid, resulting in a silky finish (emulsion).
5 ✓

Dilute until you reach the desired yoghurt-like consistency. Taste and add more salt if necessary.

Tip: Make it thicker for a dip, or thinner for a salad dressing.

Recipe FAQ

Why has the sauce gone lumpy?
Tahini tends to seize up suddenly if it gets a little liquid. Add a bit more water and keep whisking persistently until it smooths out.
How long does it keep?
It can be consumed for 5-7 days if kept in a sealed jar in the fridge. If it thickens from the cold, loosen it up again with a little water.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Tahini (sesame paste)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Curry powder
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 tbsp Cold water