Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Mezze and Starters
Toum Mezze Starter
Chef's Menu Description
Flaky, all-butter golden pastry filled with a delicately spiced sweet filling, baked until crisp and aromatic.
Ingredients
- • 1 whole head garlic, peeled (about 12 cloves)
- • 2 tsp salt
- • 1 tbsp lemon juice
- • 400ml neutral oil, such as grapeseed
- • 1 egg white
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Blitz the garlic, salt, and lemon juice in a food processor until finely minced, scraping down the sides.
2
Phase 2
With the motor running, drizzle in the oil half a cup at a time at a very slow stream.
3
Phase 3
Add the egg white and continue blending until thick, white, and fluffy.
4
Phase 4
If the sauce breaks, whisk in 1 tablespoon of ice water and keep blending until smooth again.
5
Phase 5
Chill at least 30 minutes before serving with grilled chicken or shawarma.