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Lebanese Garlic Sauce

Creamy Lebanese Garlic Sauce That Will Elevate Your Meals

This Lebanese Garlic Sauce, also known as Toum, is a vegan delight that elevates your meals with its robust flavors and creamy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is a must to avoid bitterness.
  • 1 tsp Salt Feel free to adjust according to your preference.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Opt for a neutral oil like canola.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Always choose freshly squeezed for best results.

Equipment

  • Food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by peeling the garlic cloves and soaking them in a bowl of ice water for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a food processor, add the soaked garlic cloves along with a pinch of salt. Pulse until finely minced.
  3. Gradually drizzle in the vegetable oil through the feed tube while the processor is running.
  4. Once emulsified, add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and blend again until creamy.
  5. If the sauce has separated, add another clove of garlic or splash of water and blend again.
  6. Transfer to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 10mgVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

Allow the sauce to chill for at least 2 hours for best flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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