Description
Experience the bold and creamy delight of homemade 5-Minute Toum, a versatile garlic sauce that elevates any dish—from sandwiches to dips. This quick and easy recipe requires no food processor, making it perfect for busy kitchens. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can whip up this addictive sauce in mere minutes. The aromatic combination of garlic and lemon juice creates a zesty flavor profile that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even as a spread for your favorite flatbreads. Plus, it stores well in the fridge for up to 2-3 months, so you can enjoy this culinary gem whenever the craving strikes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peeled garlic cloves (155 grams)
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 cups neutral vegetable oil (such as avocado oil)
Instructions
- Peel and halve the garlic cloves, removing any green germ to avoid bitterness.
- In a tall jug or jar, combine the halved garlic cloves, lemon juice, and salt; blend until a paste forms.
- Gradually add in the oil while blending with an immersion blender, starting at the bottom of the jar.
- Continue blending until emulsified and creamy—this should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 119mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg