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Shawarma Sauce

Savory Shawarma Sauce: Elevate Your Meals in Minutes

This homemade Shawarma Sauce is a creamy garlic delight that transforms your meals into extraordinary experiences.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Full-fat Greek yogurt Substitution: Use thick plain unsweetened plant-based yogurt for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice Optional: Adjust quantity to taste based on tartness preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini Substitution: Can replace with sunflower butter if nut-free is required.
For the Flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic (pressed) Adjust garlic quantity based on preference for garlic intensity.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (diced) Substitution: Fresh parsley can be used if dill is unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves (diced) Omit if not available, or use a hint of dried mint.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine sea salt Adjust based on specific taste preferences.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Garlic press
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Shawarma Sauce
  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the full-fat Greek yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and tahini. Press the garlic cloves using a garlic press and introduce them to the bowl along with the diced dill and mint. Sprinkle in the fine sea salt, and prepare for a flavorful mixture that will be your creamy garlic shawarma sauce.
  2. Using a whisk or a spatula, vigorously blend all the ingredients. Aim for a uniform and smooth consistency, making sure no clumps remain. The sauce should be creamy and luscious, reflecting the tangy notes of the lemon and the aromatic garlic. This should take about 1 to 2 minutes of mixing.
  3. Cover the mixing bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container. Let the creamy garlic shawarma sauce chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  4. Once chilled, transfer any leftover sauce into an airtight container if you haven't already. Store it in the refrigerator, where it can last up to 14 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 3gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Finely dice all fresh herbs for even distribution. For richer taste, let the sauce marinate overnight. Adjust flavors to personal preference as needed.

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