I think tahini (aka sesame paste) is a magical ingredient in that it provides both a nutty and hearty flavor when it is added into dishes. And it is one of those ingredients that pair well both with savory and sweet recipes. I keep a jar in my fridge all the time and use it on a daily basis.
About This Greek Yogurt Tahini Sauce Recipe:
This tahini yogurt sauce comes together in less 10 minutes. However, depending on your consistency preference, it might require a little bit of planning ahead. In the recipe below, I used plain Greek yogurt, which is thicker than regular yogurt. However, I like my tahini yogurt sauce thicker than the consistency of Greek yogurt. To get that texture, I lined a colander (placed in a bowl) with a cheesecloth and drained the juices of the yogurt in it overnight. In the morning, most of its juices were drained, giving me the consistency that I was looking for. Of course, if you prefer a more watery texture, especially if you are using it as a salad dressing, feel free to skip the draining process.
How To Use Yogurt Tahini Sauce:
In addition to using it to flavor roasted vegetables and salads, I use this tahini yogurt dressing as a dip to serve with fresh vegetables (like I did in the photos here). Also, it goes very well meat dishes, especially with lamb and ground beef. Growing up, my mother would place a big spoonful of this sauce on a plate, place Turkish meatballs on top, and sprinkle it with roasted pine nuts, pomegranate seeds, and fresh parsley. She would also use this as a spread for lamb burgers and layer it with tomatoes and salad greens. I topped my sauce off with pine nuts and pomegranate seeds, mostly because (1) I like the combination and (2) I wanted it to look good in the photos. However, if you are using it in any of the ways I mentioned above, you can serve this sauce without them.
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