Two different types of tahini halva are made one using sunflower seed tahini and another using sesame seed tahini.
Lenten breakfasts also include tahini mixed with fig or date syrup called napukhta which is again eaten with the breads mentioned previously.
It is used as a syrup or mixed with tahini for breakfast.
The softened flesh is scooped out, squeezed or salted to remove excess water, and is then pureed with the tahini.
Other ingredients include hoisin sauce or sesame paste to the likes of tahini.
There is a well-known kfte and piyaz restaurant in the town centre; the piyaz is served with a sesame (tahini) sauce.
Eggplants can also be battered before deep-frying and served with a sauce made of tahini and tamarind.
In almost every home, red pepper, spices, tahini, chopping block and pastry board can be found.
