Sugar-Free Garlic Toum
Discover the velvety magic of Sugar-Free Garlic Toum, a traditional Middle Eastern garlic sauce that’s both bold in flavor and irresistibly creamy—all without sugar! Made with just five simple ingredients—fresh garlic, lemon juice, neutral oil, salt, and a touch of ice water—this recipe delivers a luscious, fluffy texture using a simple yet rewarding emulsification process. Perfect as a dip, spread, or condiment, this sugar-free version showcases the natural, robust flavor of garlic while remaining keto-friendly and gluten-free. Whether paired with grilled meats, fresh pita, or roasted vegetables, this toum offers a burst of garlicky goodness with every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and easy to store, it’s a must-have staple for garlic lovers seeking a healthier twist.
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Ingredients
- 8 large cloves Fresh garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 cup Neutral oil (e.g., sunflower or grapeseed)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the garlic cloves and slice each clove in half lengthwise. Remove any green sprouts found inside the garlic, as they can cause bitterness.
Step 2
Place the garlic cloves and salt in a food processor. Pulse to finely mince the garlic, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even processing.
Step 3
Once minced to a fine paste, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and pulse again. This will help to emulsify the garlic and begin the creamy texture process.
Step 4
With the food processor running on low speed, very slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup of the neutral oil in a thin, steady stream. Patience is key to creating the emulsion.
Step 5
After the initial oil addition, follow with 1 tablespoon of ice water. This helps in stabilizing the emulsion.
Step 6
Continue the process by alternating between slowly adding another 1/4 cup of oil and the remaining lemon juice, followed by ice water, allowing each addition to fully emulsify into the garlic paste before proceeding with the next.
Step 7
Finish by slowly drizzling in the remaining 1/2 cup of oil, ensuring everything is well-incorporated. The garlic should transform into a creamy, fluffy toum.
Step 8
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. The toum can appear strong in flavor but mellows over time.
Step 9
Transfer the toum to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. The flavor develops further and the texture firms up when chilled.
Step 10
This garlic toum can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (378.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2124.1 |
| Total Fat 236.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1201.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.1g | |
| Protein 4.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 109.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 302.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories