Tahini is an important condiment in traditional Chinese cuisine and has a long history and rich cultural connotation. According to historical records, as early as the Tang Dynasty, sesame sauce had become a delicacy in the palace and was known as "the best sauce in the world." During the Song Dynasty, sesame paste became a mainstream condiment among the people and was widely used in various dishes.

The production methods of sesame paste are also constantly developing and improving. From the initial hand-making to the current mechanized production, the taste and quality of sesame paste have also been greatly improved. In traditional Chinese culture, sesame paste has also been endowed with profound cultural connotations and is regarded as a symbol of "harmony", "unity" and "beauty".

How to make sesame paste

The main materials for making sesame paste include sesame seeds, peanuts, sesame oil, etc. Here's how to make sesame paste:

1. Preparation materials: Put an appropriate amount of sesame seeds and peanuts into a pan, fry over low heat until golden brown, let cool and set aside.

2. Grind the ingredients: Put the fried sesame seeds and peanuts into a grinder and grind them into fine powder.

3. Add sesame oil: Put the ground sesame and peanut powder into a large bowl, add an appropriate amount of sesame oil, and stir evenly.

4. Add other seasonings: According to personal taste, you can add appropriate amounts of salt, sugar, soy sauce and other seasonings, and stir evenly.

How to use sesame sauce

Sesame sauce can be used to season various dishes. Here are some common usage methods:

1. Mix noodles: Mix sesame paste with an appropriate amount of soy sauce, vinegar, and minced garlic, and stir into the noodles to make delicious sesame noodles.

2. Shabu-shabu pork: Mix sesame paste with an appropriate amount of soy sauce, minced ginger, and chopped green onion. It can be used as a dipping sauce for hot-pot meat and has a delicious taste.

3. Grilled skewers: Mix sesame paste with an appropriate amount of chili oil and minced garlic, which can be used as a seasoning for grilled skewers to make the flavor richer.