Vegan Toom (Garlic Sauce)
Creamy, bold, and irresistibly garlicky, Vegan Toom is the ultimate plant-based take on the traditional Lebanese garlic sauce. Made with just five simple ingredients—fresh garlic, neutral oil, aquafaba (the magic liquid from canned chickpeas), zesty lemon juice, and a pinch of salt—this recipe delivers a luscious, airy consistency that’s completely egg-free. The secret lies in the careful emulsification process, creating a velvety sauce with a rich, savory punch. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep, this versatile condiment pairs perfectly with roasted veggies, pita bread, falafel, or your favorite grilled dishes. Refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld, and enjoy a healthier, vegan-friendly condiment that’s bursting with authentic Mediterranean flair!
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Ingredients
- 6 large garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups neutral-flavored oil (e.g., grapeseed, sunflower, or avocado oil)
- 0.25 cups unsweetened, plain aquafaba (chickpea water)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
Directions
Step 1
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them in half lengthwise. Remove any green sprouts in the center, as they can make the sauce taste bitter.
Step 2
Place the garlic, aquafaba, lemon juice, and salt into a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend on high until the mixture becomes smooth and frothy, about 30 seconds.
Step 3
With the blender or food processor running on low to medium speed, very slowly drizzle in the oil in a thin, steady stream. This process is crucial for emulsification, which creates the thick and creamy texture of the sauce.
Step 4
Continue to blend and add oil until the entire 1.5 cups are fully incorporated, and the sauce has thickened and turned into a smooth, fluffy consistency.
Step 5
Once the sauce is fully emulsified, stop the blender and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt or lemon juice to your preference and blend briefly to mix.
Step 6
Transfer the vegan toom to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (483.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3105.6 |
| Total Fat 355.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1189.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 2.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 61.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 174.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories