Thoom Arabic Garlic Sauce
Transform your culinary creations with the bold and creamy allure of Thoom, the traditional Arabic garlic sauce that’s a staple in Middle Eastern kitchens. This irresistibly fluffy emulsion combines fresh garlic cloves, neutral oil, vibrant lemon juice, and a touch of cold water, delivering a silky texture and a pungent yet balanced flavor profile. Crafted in just 15 minutes using a food processor, this recipe uses slow emulsification techniques to achieve its signature airy consistency. Perfect for dipping, spreading, or drizzling, Thoom pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, warm pita, or even as a zesty addition to your favorite wraps and sandwiches. Bring home the authentic taste of the Middle East with this versatile and easy-to-make garlic sauce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Fresh garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cups Neutral oil (like canola or sunflower)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoons Ice-cold water
Instructions
Peel the fresh garlic cloves and trim off the woody ends.
In a food processor, combine the garlic cloves and salt. Blend them into a paste by pulsing several times.
With the food processor running, very slowly drizzle in about 2 tablespoons of oil. Once it starts to emulsify, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
Repeat the process: drizzle in the oil very slowly, alternating with small amounts of lemon juice after every few tablespoons of oil.
If at any point the mixture looks too thick or like it's separating, add the ice-cold water 1 teaspoon at a time to help stabilize the emulsion.
Continue blending and alternating between oil, lemon juice, and water until all the ingredients are used and the mixture is a smooth, fluffy sauce.
Transfer the garlic sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2099 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.8 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1196 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 223 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
