Two key staples of the Turkish winter diet are tahini and molasses (pekmez). These ingredients have been integral to Turkish cuisine for centuries, valued for their nutritional benefits and ...
Toasting the sesame seeds before making the tahini gives the sauce a far superior flavour. Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a food processor, then blend until a crumbly paste forms.
Add the tahini, along with 80ml boiling water, and stir, over a very low heat, until the sauce is nice and smooth. Add more hot water if necessary. Stir in the dill and lemon juice with some salt ...