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Lebanese Garlic Sauce

Creamy Lebanese Garlic Sauce: A Vegan Delight to Savour

Explore the bold flavors of Lebanese Garlic Sauce, a vegan staple perfect for elevating any dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 6-8 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is vital for that authentic punch.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and balances garlic taste.
  • ¾-1 cup Vegetable Oil Use a neutral oil like canola.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Essential for achieving creamy texture.

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lebanese Garlic Sauce
  1. Soak six to eight cloves of fresh garlic in a bowl of ice water for about 10 minutes.
  2. Drain the garlic cloves and mix them with a pinch of salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
  3. Slowly drizzle in ¾ to 1 cup of vegetable oil while blending continuously for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and couple of tablespoons of water. Blend until combined.
  5. Check the consistency; refrigerate for an hour if too thin or add more oil while blending to thicken.
  6. Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic for the best flavor and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before blending.

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