Middle Eastern Yogurt Sauce (Laban)

Step 1

Heat a small skillet over medium high heat, and saute the chopped cilantro and crushed garlic with a pinch of salt until the garlic has just turned golden. Set aside.

Step 2

Mix the cornstarch with the water to form a paste.

Step 3

Using a blender or immersion blender, blend together the yogurt, the egg, the cornstarch paste,and the salt until well combined.

Step 4

Pour yogurt mixture into a heavy saucepan over medium heat and immediately start whisking. Keep whisking and don't stop or the sauce will separate. After around 10 minutes or so, the sauce will begin to boil and as soon as that happens take it off the stove.

Step 5

Add the fried garlic and coriander mix, stir and taste for seasoning. Add any salt you feel it needs, and a splash of water if you think sauce is too thick.

Step 6

Use this as a base for any yogut stew you like!