Easy Chicken Shawarma Garlic Sauce (Printable version)
A creamy, tangy garlic sauce perfect for shawarma, wraps, and dipping. Ready in 10 minutes.
# What you need:
→ Main Sauce
01 - 4 cloves garlic, peeled
02 - 1 cup mayonnaise
03 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
# How To:
01 - Place peeled garlic cloves in a food processor or blender. Pulse until finely minced, ensuring no large pieces remain.
02 - Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt or sour cream, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the minced garlic.
03 - Process the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 30-60 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl once to ensure even incorporation.
04 - Taste the sauce and modify salt, lemon juice, or garlic intensity according to personal preference.
05 - Transfer sauce to a serving bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop fully. For optimal results, chill 1-2 hours before serving.
# Expert Advice:
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- It comes together in under 10 minutes with ingredients you probably already have
- The sauce elevates everything from roasted vegetables to plain grilled chicken
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- The garlic needs to be completely minced before adding other ingredients, or you will end up with chunky surprises in your sauce
- This sauce tastes markedly better after resting in the fridge for at least 30 minutes
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- Use room temperature ingredients for the smoothest texture
- Make a double batch and portion into small jars to give as gifts