Toum
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Add peeled garlic and salt into a food processor and pulse until a paste is formed, scraping down the sides as needed.
- 2Place a styrofoam cup with a small hole poked in the bottom on top of the food processor lid to act as a funnel.
- 3Slowly pour canola oil through the hole in the styrofoam cup while the food processor is running to emulsify the mixture, alternating with additions of lemon juice.
- 4Add a small amount of citric acid if desired for more tanginess, otherwise add more lemon juice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh peeled garlic
- 3 tsp salt
- 4 cups canola oil
- 4 tbsp lemon juice
- citric acid (optional)
Equipment
food processorstyrofoam cupspatulameasuring spoonmeasuring cup
Tips
- Use the freshest garlic you can find.
- Use canola or vegetable oil; olive oil will not work for this emulsion.
- Add citric acid for more tanginess, or use more lemon juice as a substitute.
- Turn off the food processor when adding lemon juice to prevent overheating.
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