Best 3 Lebanese Garlic Sauce Toum Recipes

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Lebanese garlic sauce toum is a creamy, flavorful sauce that is perfect for adding a garlicky kick to a variety of dishes. It's easy to make, and can be used as a dip, condiment, or marinade. This irresistibly delicious sauce is made with just a few simple ingredients. The key to making a perfect toum is to use fresh garlic and to slowly drizzle in the oil while blending. With its smooth texture and addictive taste, this versatile sauce is a must-try for any garlic lover.

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LEBANESE TOUM - GARLIC SAUCE.



Lebanese Toum - Garlic Sauce. image

This is a fantastic easy recipe to make a delicious garlicky sauce which you can serve with any breads or as part of a salad dressing (it's amazing on hot fresh bread!). I also like to add a tiny bit of za'atar sometimes (see photo).

Provided by Um Safia

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 -5 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup olive oil (no more than that)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lemon, juice of

Steps:

  • Puree the garlic with the salt in a spice grinder or mortar & pestle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.8, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 291.6, Carbohydrate 2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.2

TOUM (LEBANESE GARLIC SAUCE)



Toum (Lebanese Garlic Sauce) image

Make and share this Toum (Lebanese Garlic Sauce) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Palis Favorites

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 1 jar

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 garlic, bulb crushed
1/2-2/3 cup vegetable oil (not olive oil)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 squeeze lemon juice
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Place garlic in bowl. Add salt and lemon.
  • Add a little oil at a time to the garlic and mix with spoon until the oil stops being absorbed. Keep adding the oil until it runs out.
  • Add the mayonaise and mix. If too mayonaisey - add more oil and mix. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Once complete, put in jar and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1235.5, Fat 124.1, SaturatedFat 16.4, Cholesterol 11.5, Sodium 324.2, Carbohydrate 33.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 4.4

LEBANESE GARLIC SAUCE (TOUM)



Lebanese Garlic Sauce (Toum) image

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/8 cup peeled garlic cloves (~2 bulbs)
1 3/8 cups vegetable oil
6 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In the bowl of your food processor, add the 2 teaspoons of kosher salt and the peeled garlic cloves. Pulse until chopped. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl and continue to pulse until finely chopped. Scrape down the sides of the bowl one last time before securing the lid.
  • With the food processor running, very slowly pour 1/4 cup of oil in thin steady stream through the hole of your lid or the food chute. Stop and allow the processor to run for 30 seconds before adding in 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Repeat this step until both the oil and lemon juice are gone.
  • Once all the oil and lemon juice have been used, continue to process the garlic sauce until light and fluffy, about 30 to 45 more seconds.
  • Remove the bowl from the food processor and take out the blade. Allow the sauce to cool on the counter for 1 hour or until the sauce has cooled down before storing.

Tips:

  • Use fresh garlic: While it's possible to make toum with jarred or minced garlic, fresh garlic cloves yield the best flavor and aroma.
  • Let the garlic sit in the salt for at least 5 minutes: This helps to draw out the moisture from the garlic, which makes it easier to blend into a smooth paste.
  • Use a high-powered blender or food processor: A regular blender may not be powerful enough to blend the garlic and oil into a smooth sauce.
  • Add the oil slowly: Drizzle the oil into the blender or food processor in a slow, steady stream. This helps to prevent the sauce from separating.
  • Be patient: It takes a few minutes to blend the garlic and oil into a smooth, creamy sauce. Don't rush the process.

Conclusion:

Toum is a versatile sauce that can be used as a dip for vegetables, pita bread, or falafel. It can also be used as a spread for sandwiches or wraps. The combination of garlic, lemon juice, and oil creates a flavorful, creamy sauce that is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little practice, you can easily make toum at home. Just follow the tips above and you'll be rewarded with a delicious, homemade sauce that will elevate any dish.

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