Highly requested tahini recipe! Its super easy and cheap to make.
You can also order this from my online Arab Pantry.
Start by dry roasting your sesame seeds in a skillet on the stove. You will need to stay by your pan and stir constantly because the seeds are small and could burn quickly. They should become a golden brown color. This process takes a few minutes. Pour your toasted sesame seeds in a food processor. Blend for a couple minutes. Add the oil. Blend until smooth, creamy, and liquid... look for that tahini consistency. If you don't know what to look for, check the video. It will take at least 5 minutes in the processor. Tahini is done! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 month. To make the Halva / Halaweh, you will need:
Place the pistachios in a pre-prepared mold lined with parchment paper. The paper will help you release the halaweh from the mold later. Mix all other ingredients together. Pack the mixture into the mold. Refrigerate the halaweh for 2 hours minimum, overnight is preferred. You can add more or less powdered sugar to taste. If it's not sticking together like play dough, add more powdered sugar. How do you like to enjoy your halaweh? I love mine on peanut butter toast or even straight out of the jar!
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Visam
6/1/2018 01:46:46 am
Hi Bushra,
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Kevin
12/19/2018 02:10:32 pm
Love your recipes and You Tube videos!!! I have embarked on a weight loss program which I have created through much research and, as I have always known and enjoyed in the past, middle eastern food has many of the ingredients used in my diet: garlic, turmeric, beans, ginger, olive oil, etc,... I have always enjoyed Hummus and Falafel from years ago at an Indian deli which I frequented quite often. The owner used to make me all kinds of things knowing how much I enjoyed the cuisine. I have discovered your videos and web page and have watch so many of them this past week. Thank you for sharing your wonderful cuisine, I am a new fan. I plan on making both the Falafel and Hummus soon (as soon as I can afford a mixer, food processor and small fryer). Thank you again. Keep on making these great videos!!!
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Sherie Rodrigues
2/15/2019 08:09:52 pm
Dear Bushra, Hi, my name is Sherie. I live in Australia, 70 years (young). Found you on the amazing web. I wanted to say to you, thank you for being you. I love the way you present, and your recipes. Yummy. You are keeping it real my dear and hope you stay that way when you are a household name.. Happiness to yourself, young niece and your35784relatives. Sherie
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Ivonne Menjivar
3/13/2019 05:47:00 pm
Excelent!!!
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lilly
8/26/2020 01:04:09 am
Are you joking "move over avocado" to helva and tahini! Have a look how much junk you put!
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