Why Tahini Works So Well In Cookies - Chowhound

Food Fantasy/Shutterstock Rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats, tahini is best-known as a key ingredient in garlicky, lemony hummus. Though tahini is an ancient paste that has been around for centuries, it became popular in the U.S. when tahini-based dishes like hummus took the country by storm in the early 2000s. Lauded as a more nutritious alternative to other fats, we started using tahini as a vegan mayo…