Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce is the perfect Mediterranean sauce for falafels or pita
A few simple ingredients bring this Greek-inspired sauce together. It is quick, delicious, and sides perfectly with grilled veggies , pita bread, charred chicken , or as a salad dressing.
If you’ve been looking for a vegan dressing, then you’ve found it! Not only that, but it is also a keto-friendly dressing! Pair it with your next Greek-inspired meal and you will not be disappointed.
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Ingredients
- lemon zest
- lemon juice
- fresh garlic
- tahini paste
- water (milk or cream for a creamy substitute)
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- parsley
- bouillon
- crushed red pepper (optional)
Instructions
Place all of the ingredients in a bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together for the lemon-herb tahini sauce.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Substitutions
- Tahini substitute - You can use other seed pastes such as pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, but I only recommend using them if you like the flavor of the seeds in general.
- Water- Use milk or cream for a thicker consistency
Equipment
- bowl
- whisk
- serving spoon
Top Tips
- I like to make the tahini sauce at least 30 minutes before eating so that the ingredients have time to marinate together.
- Tahini has a texture that mimics peanut butter, but has a rougher end result. Add milk to dull down this consistency.
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- Restaurant Style Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
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Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce
Equipment
- ▢ whisk
- ▢ bowl
- ▢ serving spoon
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- ▢ 1 cup tahini paste
- ▢ 1 cup water (can substitute with milk or cream)
- ▢ 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ▢ ½ tsp lemon zest
- ▢ 1 teaspoon parsley (dried or fresh)
- ▢ 1 large garlic clove, grated
- ▢ pinch bouillon
- ▢ extra virgin olive oil
- ▢ salt
- ▢ crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients together and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Enjoy with your favorite salad, veggies, protein, or pita bread.
A creamy paste that has a rough aftertaste but pairs well with most Greek recipes such as falafels.
Roast sesame seeds in a hot pan and then grind them in a chutney machine. Add non-toasted sesame oil to the seeds and let it cool down to room temperature before refrigerating.
If your paste separates during storage, it is okay! Simply mix it together and continue to use.
The packaged instructions should give you the best advice for this. I personally, refrigerate tahini to prevent it from going bad. Remove from the fridge 30 minutes before using.
Yes! Simply use water instead of milk.
I like to add a generous amount.
Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce
Equipment
- whisk
- bowl
- serving spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup tahini paste
- 1 cup water (can substitute with milk or cream)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon parsley (dried or fresh)
- 1 large garlic clove, grated
- pinch bouillon
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients together and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Enjoy with your favorite salad, veggies, protein, or pita bread.
Recipe Courtesy of The Curry Mommy
This Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken Recipe is one of my favorite fakeaway recipes
If you love Chinese takeout, then give this recipe a try! Boneless chicken bites are fried with spices, salt, and pepper then tossed with jalapenos, onions, and scallions. A comforting recipe worth drooling over!
I highly recommended taking this Chinese fakeaway recipe to gatherings. It pairs well with cold beverages.
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Ingredients
- corn starch
- Chinese 5 spice
- white pepper
- black pepper
- salt
- white onion
- jalapeno pepper
- garlic
- boneless skinless chicken thighs
- green onion (scallions)
- oil for frying
- oil for saute
Instructions
Make the corn starch mixture by mixing the corn starch, Chinese 5 spice, black pepper, and salt together. Set it aside.
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat them in the corn starch mixture.
Deep fry the chicken for about five minutes or until cooked through. I love my HexClad pans !
In another pan, heat a little oil and saute the chopped white onion and jalapeno until al dente. Add the grated or chopped garlic, salt, black pepper, green onion, and white pepper.
Mix quickly and then add the fried chicken pieces. Saute for about 2 minutes and serve warm.
Equipment Needed
- deep frying pot
- wok or equivalent
- spatula
- microplane (optional)
- cutting board and knife
- bowls
- paper towels
- tongs
- skimmer or frying ladle
Substitutions
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs - substitute with chicken wings
- Jalapeno - bell pepper for a less spicy version
- White Onion - substitute with red onion
Variations
- Gluten Free- This recipe is naturally gluten-free. If Celiac, be sure to use gluten free labeled ingredients to prevent contamination.
- Air Fry- I do not recommend air-frying this recipe.
- Garlic- can used minced, chopped, or blended garlic but fresh is recommended.
Storage and Reheating
Reheating- Simply air fry the chicken until they are heated through. Then toss it with the onions, jalapenos, and spices.
Freezer Friendly- the fried chicken pieces may be frozen for up to 3 months.
Pair it with…
- Rice
- Manchow Soup
- Paneer chili
- Chinese Salt and Pepper Tofu
- Momo Chutney Recipe
- Vegan Momos with Chutney
- Easy Indo Chinese Chicken Curry with Onions
Top Tips
- Fry the chicken on high heat
- The smaller the chicken pieces the quicker the chicken will cook.
- This recipe calls for extra salt, but it really does make the recipe come together.
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Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken Recipe
Equipment
- ▢ Wok or equivalent
- ▢ Frying Ladle
- ▢ Frying pan to fry
- ▢ Bowl + Paper Towel to drain fried chicken
- ▢ Knife and Cutting Board
- ▢ Microplane (optional for garlic)
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Corn Starch Mixture
- ▢ ¾ cup corn starch
- ▢ 1 tablespoon Chinese 5 spice
- ▢ 1 tablespoon black pepper
- ▢ ¾ tablespoon salt (I use Morton’s Iodized salt)
- ▢ 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into small pieces
Salt and Pepper Chicken Ingredients
- ▢ 1 teaspoon white pepper
- ▢ ¼ tsp salt
- ▢ 1 medium white onion, diced
- ▢ 2 medium jalapenos, diced
- ▢ 4 sprigs green onions/scallions, diced
- ▢ ½ tablespoon oil
- ▢ oil, for frying
- ▢ 3 cloves garlic, either minced, grated, or chopped finely
Instructions
Corn Starch Mixture
- Combine the corn starch, Chinese 5 spice, salt, and black pepper together.
- Add the chopped chicken to the corn starch mixture, mix it until coated, and set it aside.
Frying the Chicken
- Heat oil in a frying pan on high heat.
- Dust off the extra corn starch mixture from the chicken and then fry it until golden brown (about 3 minutes).
- Drain excess oil from the chicken by placing it in a bowl/tray with paper towels under it.
Salt and Pepper Chicken
- In a pan, heat ½ tablespoon of oil and cook the diced onions and jalapenos for about 2-3 minutes on high heat (add extra oil if needed).
- Add in the garlic, white pepper, green onions, and salt.
- Mix quickly and then toss in the fried chicken pieces immediately.
- Cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm
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Notes
Nutrition
A fried chicken dish that is seasoned with heavy pepper and salt.
Corn flour or corn starch is best to achieve a crispy texture.
The fried chicken can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, air fry until heated and then toss with the peppers, onions, and spices.
Chinese salt and pepper chicken is easy to make and delicious when homemade!
It can be made spicy or non-spicy with the addition of fresh chili peppers.
When homemade, it can be! Substitute corn starch for arrowroot flour and fry in avocado oil.
Yes, it is naturally gluten-free and can be made for Celiac diets by using ingredients that are labeled “gluten-free”.
Corn oil, peanut oil, or light olive oil work great.
