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Tarator

A classic Middle Eastern creamy tahini sauce blended with garlic, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley.

10 minEasyServes 890 cal/serving

Middle EasternSauceNo-CookVeganVegetarianMediterraneanLow CarbKetoHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SugarPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, mash 2 minced garlic cloves with 1/2 tsp fine sea salt to form a paste.

  2. 2

    Whisk in 1/2 cup tahini until fully integrated.

  3. 3

    Slowly pour in 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice while whisking constantly as the sauce thickens.

  4. 4

    Gradually add 1/4 cup cold water 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking until the sauce reaches a smooth, creamy texture.

  5. 5

    Fold in 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Questions

What is Tarator?

A classic Middle Eastern creamy tahini sauce blended with garlic, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley. This reference files it under Middle Eastern sauce: made without cooking, rated easy and about 10 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for tahini in Tarator?

The entry for Tarator calls for 1/2 cup tahini. In its place: Unsweetened sunflower seed butter or cashew butter is the closest. Smooth natural peanut butter works where its flavor will not fight the dish.

Is Tarator keto-friendly?

A serving of Tarator carries 3 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 15 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 3 percent.

Does Tarator contain sesame?

Yes: 1/2 cup tahini. The full allergen list for this entry is sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Tarator?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) has 3 g of carbohydrate in about 90 calories, with 3 g protein and 8 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 150 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Tarator?

Yes. Refrigerate Tarator in a sealed jar and use it within four to five days. It also freezes flat in a bag for up to three months.

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