Lebanese Garlic Sauce Recipe
Learn how to make authentic Lebanese Garlic Sauce, also known as toum, a fluffy, creamy garlic condiment perfect for pairing with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and pita bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Lebanese, Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Garlic Sauce:
- 1 cup peeled garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups neutral oil (such as sunflower or canola)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Sauce: Place garlic cloves and salt in a food processor; pulse until finely minced. Slowly drizzle in oil and lemon juice, alternating, until emulsified into a smooth sauce.
- Store: Transfer sauce to a container; refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- This sauce, also known as toum, pairs well with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and pita bread.
- Blend with care to prevent garlic bitterness. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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