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Spicy Tahini Sauce (or dressing or dip!)

Jenn Freedman
This tasty concoction is a satisfying balance of garlic, lemon, and spice with a touch of sweetness.
Can be served immediately, or, ideally, let sit for 1-24 hours to allow flavors to come together.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, dip sauce, dressing, Salad
Cuisine American, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Servings 4
Calories 127 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp coconut aminos (can sub tamari or extra sea salt if unavailable)
  • 4 tbsp lemon juice
  • 5/8 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp sriracha flexible to add more/less
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt
  • 2-6 tbsp warm water to thin* See note below. Amount depends on thickness of tahini and how well it is stirred; varies by brand.

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together all ingredients except water.
  • Slowly add warm water until desired thickness is achieved.

Notes

*THICKNESS: based on preference; consider thinning out more when using as dressing and keeping a bit thicker when using as a sauce or dip
MAKE IN ADVANCE: can be made in advance or served immediately; the longer it sits, the more the flavors will blend
STORAGE: cover and store in fridge for up to 7 days; to reconstitute, add a bit more warm water

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 194mgPotassium: 117mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
Keyword dressing, oil free, oil free dressing, spicy, tahini dip, tahini dressing, tahini sauce
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