Description
Skordalia – Greek Garlic & Potato Dip is a creamy, flavorful dip that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This vibrant dish combines fluffy potatoes with the boldness of garlic and the nuttiness of toasted almonds, resulting in a unique and satisfying spread. Perfect for any gathering, skordalia serves as an excellent appetizer or accompaniment to grilled meats and salads. Its rich texture and tangy notes from lemon juice make it an irresistible choice for parties or casual dinners alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Russet potatoes
- 4 cloves garlic
- ⅔ cup blanched almonds
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- Toast almonds in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden.
- In a food processor, combine minced garlic and cooled almonds; process until finely ground.
- Add lemon juice and white apple vinegar to the processor; blend until smooth.
- Incorporate cooked potatoes in batches, blending until creamy. Add water if necessary.
- Drizzle in olive oil while blending, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with olive oil drizzle, fresh herbs, and lemon wedges before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg