TURKISH ALMOND TARATOR SAUCE

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Ingredients

  • YIELD 2 CUPS
  • 1 cup blanched slivered almonds
  • 1 cup packed fresh white breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup (about) water
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Preparation

Step 1

Finely grind almonds in processor.

Add breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup water, lemon juice and garlic and process until thick and smooth, about 2 minutes.

With machine running, gradually add olive oil through feed tube.

Mix in enough water to make thick creamy sauce.

Season to taste with salt. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)