Sweet Potatoes With Tahini Butter Recipe (2024)

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SR

OK I try not to weigh in often but as a physician who has recently lost over 25 pounds, can I say that a vegetable 'fat bomb' of this nature fits in beautifully with starch and fat cravings while contributing vitamins and fiber that are so much better than any processed foods? Eating this recipe weekly is part of the secret to my success!

Maureen

We frequently eat baked sweet potatoes that are wrapped in foil paper. This time I baked one in the oven in foil paper and steamed one. The steamed one was tasted bland; the baked one was deliciously sweet. The tahini butter was a nice touch, but was unnecessary with the baked one. I'll stay with baking.

Alison

This is one of the BEST recipes I've come across on here. It's delicious. I've made it several times in the past few weeks at the request of friends and family. And I've been asked to share the recipe several times as well. Delicious with Japanese yams, and works great if subbing tamari for soy, too. Definitely a winner!Full disclosure: I cooked my sweet potatoes in the microwave, because I'm often short on time and also I'm a complete heathen.

LC PacNW

We use the Instant pot. Usually 8 minutes with high pressure, although maybe somebody else has used its steam function.

Sleestak

If you’re thinking of trying this recipe and are wondering what this unusual combination of flavors will taste like, well, close your eyes and try to imagine sweet potatoes covered with a sauce of tahini, butter, and lime juice. If that sounds appealing, this recipe might be for you. Unfortunately, I did not experience the thrill of “crunch, salt, umami and acidity” promised by the recipe, just a bunch of flavors that didn’t go particularly well together.

bt

I always microwave them for 11 minutes, they turn out fine, so easy....

Walter

When I made up the tahini butter and tasted it, I had serious doubts and thought that peanut butter would make a better topping. However, I always follow a recipe's directions to the hilt on the first try reserving the right to modify it later. I was wrong. This is a keeper. I have a 4x8 raised bed in my garden devoted to sweet potatoes and next winter a lot of them are going to get steamed. Delicious!

klr

This is delicious. Totally disagree with the person who said the flavors don't come together. You have to use a fair amount of salt on the sweet potatoes and then squeeze a good amount of lime on at the end. As Samin describes, you will wolf one down in 2 bites standing over your sink.

Luther

This is fabulous! Come on people, sweet potatoes are bland to begin with. Why is everyone harping on the blandness? That's what the Tahini butter is for. Followed the recipe as written, steaming and all. Potatoes were perfect as to tenderness, Tahini butter is outstanding. Gives the sweet potato a great and different flavor. Had this with Melissa Clark's Grilled Flank Steak. To die for. Stop harping on fat, and all the negatives. This is great food NOT junk food as someone said.

SF Mamma

The tahini butter is great with rice, wilted greens (kale, collard greens) and even on pan-fried tofu! Great umami flavor.

msl

Actually, the best way to cook a sweet potato: with skin on, wash, prick a few times with a fork, place on a paper towel in the microwave. Heat on high around 3-4 minutes until the potato feels somewhat soft to the touch (time will vary depending on the size of the potato and how many). Immediately remove and wrap tightly in foil. You should be able to hear it still bubbling and cooking in the foil. Leave it about 10 minutes, unwrap, and you have a buttery soft, sweet, perfectly cooked potato

Katy

Made this for my Dad for father’s day, it is absolute heaven. We put little more garlic and salt, lots of lime. I will never broil sweet potatoes again, they were heaven! My toddler also loved the tahini butter. This is a new staple in our house. Thanks, Samin, for sharing w us!

Alonna Smith

I want try some togarashi instead of the sesami seeds. I think the sweet potaotes wouldn't mind a little heat and a whiff of dried tangerine rind.

Larissa

Turned this into a bowl by scooping the potatoes out of their jackets, spreading tahini butter on top, sprinkling with sesame seeds, and then adding a poached egg. It seemed to require slightly less butter that way, and also allow for better flavor distribution.

bridget

depends on whether you'd rather spend a few minutes whisking or a few minutes washing out the parts of your food processor.

Elizabeth

I finally got around to this recipe after seeing it again in a recent NYT newsletter. I skipped the butter entirely and just made a soy tahini dressing (1/4 c tahini, 1/8 c rice wine vinegar, 1 tsp soy sauce, 1/4 tsp sesame oil, add 1 tbsp cold water or more as necessary to thin, scale this as necessary). I forgot to add garlic and also skipped the lime since I used rice wine vinegar. Perhaps I don't know what I'm missing out on with the full fat version but this was pretty delicious!

Scanmike

I generally agree with the tasters but this was a dud for me. I expected more flavor but I get more out of the potato from just plain butter. I kept rereading the recipe thinking I missed something.

J'ba

I wasn’t all that happy with the flavor until I added some zatar and baharat. Much improved. But I don’t think I will do this one again.

HC

This was great. We loved the steamed sweet potatoes (garnet yams). They were, indeed, fluffy. I made the Tahini-butter with dark tahini, as that was all I had, and, while it looked a bit strange, we loved it on the potatoes. I didn't need any additional salt, the tamari was enough. am planning to make more of it to use on fish and chicken. The lime juice really gave it a bright tone. Will try again with light tahini for comparison, but the dark gray against the orange potato was stunning.

Joanne Benzenhafer

Premiss of the article was to NOT roast sweet potatoes. Write says to steam them on top of the range.

Karen

Definitely unsalted butter. 1/2 the recipe, makes a large quantity.

Taste explosion!

One of the tastiest things I’ve eaten in a very long time, also healthful and filling!!! Yummm!!

inka

Roasted sweet potatoes are the bomb. I do a simple version, drizzle with runny tahini, sprinkle with flakey salt and top with chocolate chips for super decadent but healthy breakfast/dessert. I hate waiting for them to roast so I use preset timer option to start roasting in oven in the wee morning hours. Oven roasting really caramelizes them,

Rachelle

I bought a microwave bag for potatoes. The potatoes, sweet and otherwise, come out wonderfully. I usually do one large one in about 7 minutes.

Joan

I added sri racha sauce to spice it up, and it was great!

Melissa

I've been eating sweet potatoes with peanut butter for a number of years, for lunch. This elevates that, so I will give it a try. (I microwave because I started this practice in the office. Remember the office?)

peaKay

Has anyone tried this with “vegan butter” to make it vegan rather than vegetarian?

Brooklyn gal

I’m having my version of this recipe for lunch right now. I’ll take the sweet potato out of the microwave, cut it in half and slather it with hummus. Easy, healthy and delicious.

reanne

Disagree with the assertion that roasting sweet potatoes makes them leathery (it doesn't) or that they don't get crispy (they do). Those comments made me doubt her, and hence this recipe, but the comments are convincing me!

Joanne

Anyone here try a substitution for the butter? I am vegan. Could use vegan butter, I suppose!

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Sweet Potatoes With Tahini Butter Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can you use tahini like butter? ›

Artisanal Tahini with its creamy, rich texture can be used much like butter. Slather it straight on toast. Spread it on a sweet potato. Use it in place of butter in your baking recipes.

What does tahini do in baking? ›

Tahini is a paste made from ground sesame seeds, which gives it a nutty, toasty and slightly bitter flavor. This means that it actually works really well in baking to balance out the sweetness of the bakes. I personally think that it pairs wonderfully well with chocolate and coffee aromas!

What pairs well with tahini? ›

Tahini is a staple in North African, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean (Greek, Turkish, Israeli) cuisines, and it pairs well with eggplant, cilantro and yogurt (all popular in those cuisines, as well).

What can I do with a jar of tahini? ›

Tahini isn't just for hummus. Here are 10 recipes to use up that jar.
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Is tahini butter healthier than peanut butter? ›

Tahini with unhulled sesame seed contains more phytonutrients than peanut butter, and, for many people, is easier to digest than almond butter. Tahini is also a versatile ingredient because it's flavor is more neutral than most nut butters.

How to use tahini butter? ›

You can blitz it into a dip, dressing or marinade, bake it into sweet cookies and cakes, or simply enjoy spread on toast with a drizzle of honey. Like most nut butters and pastes, tahini has a relatively long shelf-life (always check the label for storage instructions).

Can too much tahini be bad for you? ›

Most nuts and seeds, including sesame seeds, are high in omega-6 fatty acids, which are described as “pro-inflammatory” because they can contribute to certain problems when they're consumed in high amounts. For that reason, nuts and seeds, including tahini, are best when eaten in moderation.

Can tahini replace oil in baking? ›

Replace oil with tahini in boxed cake mix

Use equal volume measurements of tahini in place of oil. If you're feeling festive, ice the cake with a homemade vanilla bean tahini glaze or pour Chocolate Tahini over the top to create a gorgeous drip cake!

What does tahini taste like in baking? ›

Tahini has a very earthy flavor and is slightly bitter, but not overpowering. Although the spread resembles peanut butter and other nut butters, it does not have a similarly sweet flavor profile. The toasted sesame seed flavor shines through in this creamy, rich ingredient.

Is it OK to eat tahini everyday? ›

Tahini offers multiple health benefits as evidenced by scientific studies and research. Its enormous nutritional value makes it an essential component of our daily diet.

Is tahini good for stomach? ›

Tahini may also have a cleansing effect on your body, which is good for all kinds of stomach issues (colitis, gastritis, gastric ulcer, etc.) In case this sounds familiar to you, we suggest you consume plain tahini.

How long does tahini last in the fridge? ›

“Once the tahini is mixed with water, you're supposed to refrigerate it,” Zitelman says, “but it doesn't last for more than five to seven days in the fridge.”

How long does a jar of tahini last once opened? ›

And of course your tahini is also going to last longer if you store it well (more tips on storing tahini coming up). All SoCo tahini is non-GMO and 100% natural, so we recommend you use it within 6 months after opening. This just ensures maximum freshness and best taste.

Why does tahini need to be refrigerated? ›

However, you don't have to relegate tahini to the cold temperatures of the fridge — this spread is actually stable at room temperatures. Much like peanut butter, tahini stored on the shelf tends to have a softer, more malleable texture that makes it easier to pour over food.

What is tahini good for besides hummus? ›

Love almond butter or other nut butters? Swap them out for tahini as a toast topper tomorrow morning. Or drizzle it over pancakes or yogurt along with a sweetener like maple syrup or honey. Add sliced fruit or a sprinkle of chia seeds for a finishing touch.

Can you use tahini as a spread? ›

But it also works great in another Middle Eastern dip called baba ganoush, in homemade halva, as part of a vegan dressing or even simply as a dip for falafels. A lesser known use for tahini is as a healthy spread for toast.

What does tahini butter taste like? ›

Tahini has a very earthy flavor and is slightly bitter, but not overpowering. Although the spread resembles peanut butter and other nut butters, it does not have a similarly sweet flavor profile. The toasted sesame seed flavor shines through in this creamy, rich ingredient.

Can you eat tahini like peanut butter? ›

Tahini is basically sesame butter. Most high-quality brands contain just one ingredient: roasted sesame seeds. It's not as sweet as most nut butters and can be used like peanut butter (or eaten straight off a spoon).

Can tahini be eaten plain? ›

Tahini is like the cool older cousin of your favorite nut butters. With a more subtle nutty flavor, it can be eaten straight from the jar, mixed with chickpeas for a classic homemade hummus, or poured into batter for a sweet treat.

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