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    Home ▸ Vegan Sauces and Toppings

    Barbecue Tahini Sauce

    Last modified: April 3, 2019. Originally posted: May 4, 2015 By Sophia DeSantis

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    Barbecue tahini sauce

    Barbecue Tahini Sauce. Barbecue plus tahini equals pure delicious ecstasy! The versatility of this sauce is amazing and so is the flavor. It's your next must have condiment!

    Barbecue tahini sauce in a glass jar with a spoon scooping some out of the jar

    I like barbecue. I like sauces with tahini. So why not combine the two?? I don't know!!! One day it just hit me. So I did it...and it was amazing! Simple whole food ingredients are combined to make this incredibly versatile sauce.

    This Barbecue Tahini Sauce Is Life

    It's mostly tahini based, with a homemade barbecue twist, versus a barbecue sauce with a touch of tahini. It's a dip, a sauce, a dressing, a drizzle...you name it! I used this in so many different ways since it's creation. Including just diving in face first and licking the jar I kept it in. Not even kidding. Every single way I had it was amazing! I'm sure there are many more ways waiting to be discovered too! In fact be on the lookout for my next post on one delicious recipe using this incredible sauce!

    Barbecue tahini sauce in a glass jar with a black label with bbq tahini written

    Ways To Serve This Barbecue Tahini Sauce;

    • Add a touch more water and drizzle over salads
    • Spread on bread for sandwiches
    • Add to burgers and wraps
    • Use as a dip with raw veggies or chips

    You guys need to try this recipe! If you do please let me know, I love hearing your comments! You can leave a comment here, find me on Facebook or tag me on Instagram at veggiesdontbite #veggiesdontbite so I don’t miss it! I know you'll find some inventive ways to enjoy this!

    Barbecue tahini sauce in a glass jar sitting on a wooden surface

    Barbecue Tahini Sauce

    Sophia DeSantis
    Barbecue plus tahini equals pure delicious ecstasy! The versatility of this sauce is amazing and so is the flavor. It's your next must have condiment!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course 30 Minutes or Less, Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 86 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 6 tablespoons tahini (¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons)
    • 10 teaspoons tomato paste (3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon)
    • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
    • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
    • 3 teaspoons molasses
    • ¼ teaspoon liquid smoke
    • sea salt , to taste
    • ⅛ teaspoon chili powder , optional for a small kick
    • ½ cup water (can use more or less depending on preferred consistency)

    Instructions
     

    • Place ingredients into a high speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth. You can also just use a whisk or fork to mix well if you have a good quality smooth tahini.

    Notes

    • Adding more water will make it more of a drizzle or dressing, less water makes it more of a dip. I’ve used it both ways and they are equally as great.
    • Chili powder optional for extra spice.
    • Recipe makes about 1 cup, serving size is 2 tablespoons.
    Ways To Serve This Barbecue Tahini Sauce:
    • Add a touch more water and drizzle over salads
    • Spread on bread for sandwiches
    • Add to burgers and wraps
    • Use as a dip with raw veggies or chips

    Recipe by Veggies Don’t Bite, visit our site for more great plant-based recipes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 86kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0gMonounsaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 0gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.6mg

    Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.

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    1. Laurie

      March 13, 2023 at 9:02 pm

      This sauce is so good! I had a barbecue tahini sauce on a goddess bowl in a vegan cafe in Asheville, NC almost two years ago and I’ve been trying to duplicate it at home to no avail. This is almost identical. Thank you for this great recipe!

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      • Sophia DeSantis

        March 15, 2023 at 2:57 pm

        Awesome!! I am thrilled you like it!

        Reply
    2. Christina

      April 13, 2020 at 9:33 pm

      I plan on making this tomorrow and using it in some type of black bean, quinoa, corn bowl I'm making. Limited produce in quarantine right now! This recipe has been saved for a while and now feels like the time to make great use of it! I'll update after we try it!

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      • veggiesdontbite

        April 13, 2020 at 11:33 pm

        Oh yay!! It's the perfect sauce for a bowl!!

        Reply
    3. Debbie adams

      December 22, 2019 at 4:27 am

      how long can i keep it in the fridge

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 22, 2019 at 2:51 pm

        Hi Debbie, I would say that this is good for about 5-7 days in the fridge.

        Reply
    4. Motoflicka

      May 07, 2018 at 2:42 pm

      Thank you for providing nutrition information. How much constitutes a serving?

      Reply
      • Motoflicka

        May 07, 2018 at 2:46 pm

        To clarify; you have calories for "one large jar" but how much is say, 1 tablespoon!

        Reply
        • veggiesdontbite

          May 08, 2018 at 9:39 pm

          Hi!! I am slowly going through and updating my recipes for a new recipe card I am using. I went in and did this one for you! I say how much a serving is in the notes and the nutrition is all up to date now!

    5. Lauren C

      July 11, 2016 at 8:03 am

      I thought this was pretty good but the liquid smoke was over-powering. Maybe I added more than 1/4 teaspoon. I didn't measure : (. I tasted zero tahini and a whole lot of smokiness/BBQ taste. It wasn't bad, and my boyfriend looooved it, but I love tahini and was sad I got no hint of it in the sauce. It was probably my fault! I think I will do again and omit the liquid smoke altogether. In general, though, this sauce with the "power bowl" was a great and healthy dinner. Got my creative juices going about bowls in general!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        July 12, 2016 at 3:09 pm

        Hi Lauren! Yes, you definitely should measure it next time because even a tad extra liquid smoke can change the flavor a lot. It's powerful stuff! LOL! But I'm glad your boyfriend loved it. I would add maybe just 1/8 teaspoon next time as it does contribute to the bbq flavor. Or you can always just add more tahini! Thanks so much for giving it a try!

        Reply
    6. Abigail Murdock

      May 23, 2016 at 11:17 pm

      I've never tried this Barbecue Tahini Sauce but it looks great, thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        June 02, 2016 at 4:39 pm

        Thank so much Abigail! It's so good! You'd love it!!

        Reply
    7. Mary M. Martinez

      April 13, 2016 at 7:41 am

      mmmmmmmm that sounds delish! <3

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        April 28, 2016 at 12:22 pm

        Thanks so much Mary! It's SO good!

        Reply
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