Made from roasted sesame seeds this plant-based spread has a versatile repertoire in many culinary applications, most commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine. After the roasted seeds are cooled they must be grinded and milled to create a smooth paste. In many cases, you might need to homogenize the mixture to make sure the fats are fully incorporated into the nut spread. Add it to your sauces like hummus or salad dressings.