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Tahini




As a spread, tahini can replace peanut butter on bread.
Tahini paste is often used in a wide variety of dishes. It can be found in most Arabic restaurants as a side dish or as a garnish. It is often mixed with lemon juice, salt and garlic, then thinned with water to create a sauce. Tahini sauce is a popular condiment for meat and vegetables in Middle Eastern cuisine. It is also a main ingredient in soups, such as in the Greek ''tahinosoupa''.

In Turkey , tahini mixed with Pekmez is common as a breakfast item, especially in winters.

Tahini is also the main ingredient in the mediterannean type of Halva .

Tahini is becoming more common in European cuisine and can be found as an ingredient in many pricey ready made supermarket sandwiches.


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