Lebanese Garlic Paste Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 2 hours | 🍽️ Servings: 30 | ⏲️ Total Time: 2 hours
Description:
Discover the tantalizing flavors of Lebanese cuisine with this traditional Garlic Paste recipe, a beloved secret handed down through generations. Brace yourself for an explosion of taste, reminiscent of the vibrant streets of Beirut. Get ready to elevate your culinary creations with this versatile spread, perfect for grilling, barbecues, and more. Just a warning: make sure you have your toothpaste ready after indulging in this garlicky delight!
Ingredients:
- 6-8 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions:
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Slice the Garlic: Start by peeling and thinly slicing the garlic cloves.
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Season with Salt: In a mortar and pestle, add the sliced garlic and salt.
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Crush the Garlic: Begin to crush the garlic slices until the salt has dissolved, releasing their aromatic oils.
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Incorporate Olive Oil: Gradually add 1/2 teaspoon of Virgin Olive Oil to the crushed garlic mixture. Stir until the oil disappears into the paste.
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Repeat with Olive Oil: Once the garlic has absorbed the oil, add another 1/2 teaspoon of Olive Oil and repeat the stirring process.
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Continue Until Smooth: Repeat this process until the garlic transforms into a smooth and creamy paste, absorbing the oil with each addition.
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Be Patient: While time-consuming, the results are worth the effort. With patience and persistence, a few cloves of garlic will magically become a bowl full of savory goodness.
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Store and Enjoy: Transfer the garlic paste to an airtight container. This delightful paste keeps well and can be used whenever needed to enhance the flavor of your favorite dishes.
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Serve with Grilled Chicken: Indulge in the rich flavors of this garlic paste by spreading it on grilled or barbecued chicken, adding a burst of Mediterranean flair to your meal.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 0.9
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 38.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 0.2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0g
- Protein: 0g
Recipe Notes:
- Versatile Usage: This Lebanese Garlic Paste is not just limited to grilled chicken; use it as a flavor booster in marinades, dressings, or simply as a spread on your favorite bread.
- Storage Tip: Store the garlic paste in the refrigerator for up to several weeks, ensuring you have this flavor-packed condiment ready whenever you need it.
- Adjust Seasoning: Feel free to adjust the salt and olive oil quantities according to your taste preferences.
