Description
Skordalia is a traditional Greek garlic dip that combines creamy mashed potatoes with pungent garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice to create a smooth, flavorful spread perfect for appetizers or side dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to start building the mixture.
- Blend Mixture: Blend all the ingredients together using a hand mixer or food processor until the dip is smooth and creamy in texture.
- Chill: Place the dip in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor intensity.
- Adjust lemon juice and salt according to your taste preference.
- Skordalia pairs wonderfully with fresh bread, vegetables, or grilled meats.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute some mashed potatoes with soaked bread or almond milk instead of lemon juice for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
