Nut & seed

tahini

A creamy paste of ground sesame seeds, the base of hummus and Middle Eastern sauces. Nutty, mildly bitter flavor.

Who it fits

GLP-1PCOSDiabetesKetoLow-FODMAPAnti-inflammatoryVeganVegetarianGluten-freeLactose-free

Contains: gergelim

General guidance based on composition — not a clinical label and not a substitute for professional care.

What it does in cooking

The sensory role of the ingredient — what it brings in flavor and texture, and what it pairs with.

Flavor

Sweetness1
Saltiness1
Umami4
Bitterness4
Richness8

Texture

Creaminess8
Chewiness1

Pairs with

cooked chickpeaslimegarlicazeite

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