Description
Experience the bold, garlicky flavor of 5-Minute Toum, a quick and easy sauce that elevates any meal. This creamy garlic emulsion can be used as a dip, spread, or marinade, making it an incredibly versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. With just three simple ingredients—fresh garlic, lemon juice, and vegetable oil—you can whip up this addictive sauce in under five minutes without needing a food processor. Perfect for enhancing grilled meats like chicken or beef kebabs, serving alongside fresh veggies, or adding to sandwiches for a flavorful twist, this toum will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peeled garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups neutral vegetable oil (such as avocado oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic by peeling the cloves and removing any green germ.
- In a tall jar suitable for immersion blending, combine garlic, lemon juice, and salt; blend until a paste forms.
- While blending, slowly add the vegetable oil until emulsified and creamy.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try incorporating fresh herbs or spices into the mixture. Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for optimal emulsification.