Easy Homemade Roasted Red Pepper Tahini Sauce in a Jar
This vibrant and flavorful condiment combines the nutty richness of tahini with the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers, perfect for enhancing meals.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Blender
- Mixing Bowl
- Jar
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers Jarred or homemade, drained well.
- ½ cup Tahini Opt for high-quality tahini for best results.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin.
- ½ teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
- 2-4 tablespoons Water To achieve desired consistency.
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients. If using jarred roasted red peppers, drain them thoroughly. If making at home, roast peppers at 450°F until charred, about 20-30 minutes. Cool, peel, and remove seeds.
- In a blender, add the roasted red peppers cut into smaller pieces.
- Add tahini to the blender.
- Add minced garlic.
- Pour in lemon juice.
- Drizzle in olive oil.
- Sprinkle in sea salt.
- Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high until smooth and creamy. Scrape down sides as needed.
- If too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
- Transfer to a sterilized jar and seal tightly.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
For variations, consider adding spices, fresh herbs, or adjusting the heat level. This sauce is versatile and can be used in many dishes.