Tahini is an Arabic sauce made from the choicest sesame seeds into an oily paste. It is a staple Arabic item whose origin dates back to the 13^{th century in the Eastern Mediterranean region. Today it is used worldwide in various ways. In levant, it is served as a dip and a topping for falafels and shawarmas. It is also used as a cooking sauce. In  Iraq, it is mixed with date syrup and made into a sweet dessert eaten with bread. It is a rich source of calcium, manganese and omega 3.}