Shawarma Sauce (Greek Yogurt Tahini Sauce)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
57 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Shawarma Sauce (Greek Yogurt Tahini Sauce)
Description
The Shawarma Sauce combines thick Greek yogurt with tahini, which provides a rich sesame flavor and creamy texture. Grated garlic and lemon juice add bright acidity and a slight pungency, balanced by kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Chopped parsley adds freshness and a herbaceous note to the sauce. Mixing the ingredients and allowing the sauce to rest improves flavor melding.
The sauce can be served as a condiment for shawarma wraps, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables, providing an extra layer of flavor and moisture. Adjusting thickness with water or lemon juice allows it to suit different uses, from drizzling to dipping.
Letting the sauce rest in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes helps the flavors blend. For variations, roasting the garlic or adding spices like cayenne or smoked paprika can introduce complexity. Tahini texture may vary; stirring in warm water or olive oil can smooth it if thickened.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
- 2 tbsp water optional
Instructions
- Place the Greek yogurt, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, parsley and water in a bowl.
- Whisk until well-incorporated. Add more water if the sauce is too thick.
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes, add garnish, and serve.
Notes
- Thin the sauce gradually with water or lemon juice to achieve desired consistency for drizzling or dipping.
- Refrigerate the sauce for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld and deepen.
- Enhance flavor by adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for heat and smokiness.
- Roasting garlic before adding provides a milder, caramelized flavor variation.
- If tahini is thick or separated, stir in warm water or olive oil to smooth it before mixing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 57 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 57kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.002g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 66IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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