Description
Creamy garlic shawarma sauce blends Middle Eastern zest with tangy yogurt, creating a luscious condiment that elevates any dish. Rich Mediterranean flavors dance across your palate, promising a delightful culinary journey you won’t soon forget.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
Instructions
- Combine mayonnaise and yogurt in a medium mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly until achieving a uniform, creamy texture.
- Incorporate minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and vinegar into the mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth blend.
- Sprinkle sugar, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and dried mint into the sauce, mixing meticulously to ensure even distribution of all seasonings.
- Evaluate the sauce’s flavor profile, adjusting seasonings as needed. If a lighter consistency is desired, gradually introduce small amounts of water or additional yogurt.
- Seal the sauce in an airtight container and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and intensify their combined flavors before serving.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for a more vibrant and robust taste profile.
- Experiment with different vinegars like apple cider or white wine vinegar to create unique flavor variations.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for regular yogurt to increase protein and reduce overall calories.
- Customize the sauce’s spiciness by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce for those who enjoy extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 188 kcal
- Sugar: 0.8 g
- Sodium: 191 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.2 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 1.1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg