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Sauces to Die For: Toum (Whipped Garlic Sauce)

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Toum

Cultural Context

Toum is a traditional Lebanese garlic sauce, often served as a condiment with grilled meats, shawarma, or as a dip. Its creamy texture and intense garlic flavor make it a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine. The sauce is known for its simplicity and versatility, enhancing a variety of dishes. While it is most commonly associated with Lebanese cuisine, variations can be found in other Mediterranean cultures as well.

LebaneseLBother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
5 oz. garlic, chopped
2 tsp. kosher salt
5 Tb. lemon juice
1 Tb. water
2 cups canola oil

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier due to its monounsaturated fats.

1

Peel and chop the garlic cloves.

2

Add garlic and salt to a food processor and blend until smooth.

3

Slowly drizzle in the canola oil while blending continuously.

4

Incorporate lemon juice gradually until the mixture emulsifies.

5

If too thick, add a little water to reach desired consistency.

Cooking Techniques

blended

Equipment Needed

food processor

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Also Known As

Garlic SauceLebanese Garlic Sauce

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