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Tahini sesame butter
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 592 kcal —
- Protein 17 g 35%
- Carbohydrate 17 g 6%
- Fat 53 g 68%
- Saturated fat 7.4 g 37%
- Fibre 4.7 g 17%
- Sodium 35 mg 2%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 3 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 4.2 mg 5%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 1.6 mg 133%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.12 mg 9%
- Niacin (B3) 5.6 mg 35%
- Vitamin B6 0.15 mg 9%
- Folate (B9) 98 µg 25%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 141 mg 11%
- Iron 4.4 mg 25%
- Magnesium 95 mg 23%
- Phosphorus 790 mg 63%
- Potassium 459 mg 10%
- Zinc 4.6 mg 42%
- Copper 1.6 mg 179%
- Selenium 34.4 µg 63%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 592 | 17 g | 17 g | 53 g |
| 1 × tbsp | 15 g | 89 | 2.6 g | 2.5 g | 8 g |
| 2 × tbsp | 30 g | 178 | 5.2 g | 5 g | 16 g |
| ½ × tbsp | 7.5 g | 44 | 1.3 g | 1.3 g | 4 g |
| 3 × tbsp | 45 g | 266 | 7.8 g | 7.6 g | 24 g |
| 4 × tbsp | 60 g | 355 | 10 g | 10 g | 32 g |
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Questions about Tahini sesame butter
Why has the oil separated in my tahini sesame butter?
The sesame solids settle while the oil rises, especially in an unopened jar. Stir slowly from the bottom with a sturdy spoon until smooth; if it is very firm, stand the closed jar in warm water for a few minutes first.
How do you make tahini sesame butter into a smooth sauce?
Whisk it with lemon juice, crushed garlic and a pinch of salt, then add cold water a spoonful at a time. It may seize and thicken at first, then turn pale and creamy as you keep whisking.
What can you make with tahini sesame butter?
Stir it into hummus or drizzle it over falafel, roasted aubergine, cauliflower or warm flatbreads. It is also a classic ingredient in baba ganoush and works well in a dressing with lemon and garlic.
Should you refrigerate tahini sesame butter after opening?
Keep it tightly closed in a cool, dark cupboard, and use a clean, dry spoon to avoid introducing moisture. Refrigeration can help it keep longer but makes it much firmer and harder to stir.
Can you use tahini sesame butter in baking?
Yes: mix it into biscuit, brownie or cake batter for a nutty, slightly savoury flavour, or swirl it through the top before baking. Its dense texture can make mixtures thicker, so loosen the batter with a little liquid if needed.
What can you use instead of tahini sesame butter?
For a similar creamy texture, try smooth sunflower-seed butter; it has a different flavour but works in dressings, dips and baking. In hummus, a little extra olive oil can replace the richness, though it will not give the same sesame taste.
Is tahini sesame butter an allergen?
Yes. It is made from sesame, which can trigger an allergic reaction, so avoid it if you have a sesame allergy and take care with foods that may contain or be contaminated with sesame.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168604 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
