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Easiest Lebanese Garlic Dip (Toum) Recipe

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4.3 from 25 reviews

Toum is a creamy, fluffy, and intensely garlicky Lebanese garlic dip that brings a bold flavor to any dish. This easy, foolproof recipe comes together in just minutes using an immersion blender, without the need for a food processor. Perfect as a condiment for grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or crispy french fries, this toum elevates simple meals with its luscious texture and punchy taste.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings (2 tablespoons each)

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 cups neutral oil (such as avocado, canola, or grapeseed oil)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Garlic and Base: Peel the garlic cloves thoroughly and place them into a wide-mouth quart jar or a container of similar size. Add the kosher salt and lemon juice to the jar to create the base mixture.
  2. Blend to Paste: Using an immersion blender, blend the garlic, salt, and lemon juice until the mixture becomes a smooth, thick paste, ensuring the garlic is finely processed.
  3. Add Oil and Emulsify: Pour all the oil on top of the garlic paste mixture. Immerse the blender all the way to the bottom of the jar without raising it. Begin blending and as the mixture emulsifies and thickens, slowly lift the blender upward gradually, continuing to blend until the entire mixture turns white, creamy, and fluffy.
  4. Chill and Develop Flavor: Seal the jar with a lid and refrigerate the toum ideally overnight to allow the flavors to meld and mellow to perfection.

Notes

  • Peeling Tip: To peel garlic quickly, place a clove on a cutting board, press the flat side of a large knife blade on top using the heel of your hand, then smash gently. The skin will detach easily.
  • Oil Selection: Use a neutral-flavored oil like avocado, canola, or grapeseed oil for best results. Avoid olive oil as it affects the flavor. You may combine oils to create your preferred taste.
  • Equipment: An immersion blender is essential for this recipe. If unavailable, a food processor can be used by slowly streaming in oil alternating with lemon juice for emulsification.
  • Storage: Store toum in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months. The garlic flavor will mellow over time.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Lebanese

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/easiest-lebanese-garlic-dip-toum-recipe/