Middle Eastern garlic sauce, also known as toum, is a creamy and flavorful condiment that is a staple in many Middle Eastern cuisines. Made with a combination of garlic, lemon juice, and oil, toum has a smooth and velvety texture and a sharp, garlicky flavor that can elevate any dish. Whether you're using it as a dip for vegetables, a spread for sandwiches, or a marinade for meats, toum is sure to add a delicious and authentic touch to your meals. This article will provide you with the best recipe for making toum at home, along with tips and variations to help you customize it to your liking.
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MIDDLE EASTERN GARLIC SAUCE
Heavenly spread for meat, fish, sandwiches, and burgers. They serve this at my favorite Middle Eastern restaurant. Finally got the recipe! This is heaven as a dip with pita bread, but everyone in your party has to have some. Serious garlic!
Provided by Jewels
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl; mash until smooth. Set aside to cool.
- Put garlic, salt, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor; pour in enough oil to lightly coat garlic cloves. Blend mixture on high; slowly stream remaining oil through the top opening of the blender or food processor until mixture is smooth. Add mashed potatoes, about 2 to 3 tablespoons at a time, to the garlic mixture while blender is still running. Continue adding potatoes until all are incorporated. Transfer sauce to a bowl and refrigerate until chilled, 1 hour to overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 352.9 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
MIDDLE EASTERN GARLIC SAUCE
I've hunted for years to find a Garlic Sauce like the one that used to be served in my favorite Middle Eastern restaurant with Shawarma. I combined a couple different recipes and EUREKA!! If you love a good Garlic Sauce, be warned.. you may also be eating this on EVERYTHING until it is gone !!
Provided by Kmac1805
Categories European
Time 15m
Yield 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Separate garlic into cloves and peel. I simmered the cloves in milk in a small saucepan for 5 minutes to take a little of the bitterness out. Feel free to skip this step if you like.
- Add garlic and remaining ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth. Keeps quite a few days refridgerated in a sealed container. Great with any kind of grilled meat, on sandwiches, with veggies, pizza -- pretty much anything!
- NOTE: I happened to have some cream so I added it, just to give it a bit of extra creaminess. I'm sure it would be just fine without it, as none of the recipes I referred to called for it.
MIDDLE EASTERN GARLIC SAUCE
Steps:
- In a food processor add garlic minced with salt, begin processor and slowly add oil and lemon juice alternating them until gone, scape down sides intermittently. Add one to two egg whites while the processor is blending until you reach mayonnaise consistency.
Tips:
- Choose the right garlic: Use fresh, plump garlic cloves for the best flavor.
- Roast the garlic: Roasting the garlic mellows its flavor and makes it sweeter.
- Use a food processor or blender: This will help you get a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Add some lemon juice: Lemon juice brightens up the flavor of the sauce and adds a touch of acidity.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and cumin to taste.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later use: The sauce will keep for up to a week in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
Middle Eastern garlic sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're using it as a dipping sauce, a marinade, or a spread, this sauce is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a new way to add flavor to your food, give Middle Eastern garlic sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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