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Shawarma White Sauce Recipe

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4.1 from 56 reviews

This Shawarma White Sauce is a creamy, tangy, and garlicky sauce perfect for drizzling over shawarma, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. Made with a blend of sour cream or Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs, this versatile sauce comes together quickly in a blender and keeps well for up to two weeks in the refrigerator.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 1 cup (16 tablespoons)

Ingredients

Shawarma White Sauce

  • 1/2 cup Sour-cream Greek Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 Tablespoons Tahini (optional)
  • 2 Tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 2-3 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh herbs of choice (optional; or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Place the sour cream Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, tahini (if using), lemon juice, minced garlic, and fresh or dried herbs into a food processor or blender.
  2. Blend Sauce: Process the mixture for about 1 minute until it becomes light, fluffy, and well combined, ensuring the flavors are fully incorporated.
  3. Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper as desired, then briefly pulse to mix the seasoning evenly throughout the sauce.
  4. Store Properly: Transfer the sauce into airtight containers such as 16 oz mason jars and refrigerate. The sauce will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • Serving size is 1 tablespoon.
  • Tahini is optional but adds a nice depth of flavor and creaminess.
  • Use fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or dill for best flavor.
  • If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a little water or more lemon juice.
  • This sauce pairs well with shawarma, grilled chicken, falafel, or roasted vegetables.
  • Keep refrigerated and stir before use if separated.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian