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5-Minute Fluffy Toum

5-Minute Fluffy Toum: Whip Up This Garlic Delight Fast

Quick and easy 5-Minute Fluffy Toum is a vegetarian, egg-free Lebanese garlic sauce perfect for any dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Other
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Base
  • 1 cup peeled garlic cloves approximately 155 grams
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice for acidity and freshness
  • 2 teaspoons salt to enhance flavor and aid emulsification
For the Oil Mixture
  • 2 cups neutral vegetable oil opt for avocado oil
Optional Additions
  • fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro
  • milder garlic reduce amount for gentler taste

Equipment

  • Immersion Blender
  • tall jar or jug
  • airtight mason jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for 5-Minute Fluffy Toum
  1. Peel 1 cup of fresh garlic cloves and remove any green germ if present.
  2. Blend the garlic, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons salt until smooth.
  3. Gradually pour in 2 cups of neutral vegetable oil while blending.
  4. Continue blending for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture is thick and fluffy.
  5. Transfer to an airtight mason jar and refrigerate for up to 2-3 months.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for the best flavor and store in a clean airtight jar to maintain freshness.