Toum (lebanese Garlic Sauce)
Toum, also known as Lebanese Garlic Sauce, is a creamy and pungent condiment that is a staple in Levantine cuisine. It is made with just a few simple ingredients and is perfect for pairing with grilled meats, kebabs, or as a dip for vegetables and bread.
Ingredients
- 3 heads of garlic, peeled
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2-3 tablespoons ice-cold water
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the garlic and salt until smooth.
- With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the vegetable oil until the mixture is thick and creamy.
- Add the lemon juice and continue to blend until well combined.
- If the mixture is too thick, add ice-cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- Transfer the toum to a jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 60kcal
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Fat
- 6g
- Protein
- 1g
Supplies
Food processor Jar for storage
Tools
Measuring spoons Measuring cups
Serving suggestions
Serve toum with grilled meats, kebabs, or as a dip for fresh vegetables and pita bread.
Tips & tricks
For the best results, use fresh garlic and high-quality vegetable oil when making toum.
Cost
$5