**Skordalia: A Versatile Garlic Sauce for Artichokes and Beyond**
Skordalia, a classic Greek sauce made from garlic, potatoes, and olive oil, is a culinary delight that tantalizes the taste buds with its creamy texture and bold, garlicky flavor. This versatile sauce is traditionally served as an accompaniment to artichokes, but it also pairs wonderfully with a variety of other dishes, such as grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and fish. In this article, we present three distinct recipes for skordalia, each offering its own unique twist on this beloved sauce. From the classic potato-based skordalia to a lighter version made with cauliflower and a tangy beet skordalia, these recipes provide a range of options to suit different tastes and preferences. Whether you're looking for a traditional Greek dip or a creative new way to enjoy garlic, skordalia is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
TRADITIONAL GREEK SKORDALIA (GARLIC AND POTATO DIP)
Skordalia, the popular and so delicious Greek garlic dip is rich, healthy and full of antioxidants. Here are 2 different recipes.
Provided by OliveTomato.com
Categories Appetizer
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes cut in cubes and boil in water until soft, about 15 -20 minutes
- Once boiled, strain and mix with a hand mixer or potato masher until somewhat smooth.
- In a food processor process the garlic cloves with a bit of salt, and a few drops of olive oil until it is a paste.
- Add ½ of the olive oil in the food processor and continue mixing.
- Add the garlic paste to the potato and mix with a wooden spoon.
- Add the rest of the olive oil gradually, in a steady stream mixing until oil is absorbed.
- Add a bit of red wine vinegar for taste, mix well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 kcal, ServingSize 2 tbsp, Protein 0.48 g, Fat 6.5 g, Carbohydrate 3.8 g
SKORDALIA (GARLIC SAUCE FOR ARTICHOKES)
Provided by Robert Farrar Capon
Categories easy, condiments, dips and spreads
Time 30m
Yield About 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Tear the bread into small pieces. Put bread, garlic, olive oil and 3 tablespoons lemon juice into a mixing bowl. Add 1/4 cup water, toss to combine and let stand 20 minutes to soften.
- Transfer the mixture to a food processor, blender or electric mixer, and process until smooth. Add more water by the tablespoonful and blend until a saucy consistency is achieved. Season to taste with salt; add additional lemon juice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 642, UnsaturatedFat 46 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 56 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 384 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
SKORDALIA SAUCE
This Greek sauce is traditionally made with pureed potatoes; our lighter version leaves them out.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Yield Makes 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a food processor, pulse almonds, garlic, and bread until the almonds are finely ground. With machine running, pour in oil, then lemon juice and 6 tablespoons water. Season with salt and pepper.
SKORDALIA (A GARLIC SAUCE/CONDIMENT)
Use this to accompany roasted beets, or fried salt cod, or any of the greek fritter recipes. It is a condiment and is used like a mayonnaise and/or dip.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Soak bread in water.
- Squeeze dry between hands.
- Put in food processor along with garlic, pine nuts or walnuts.
- Process for 20 seconds.
- Slowly drop in olive oil and vinegar, alternately, until mixture binds into a thick mayonnaise-like sauce.
- (you may need slightly more oil and/or vinegar, depending on personal taste).
SKORDALIA (GARLIC SAUCE)
This Greek sauce has a potato as the unusual base. I haven't tried this yet, I found the recipe in an old cookbook I've had for years, & thought it would be a perfect submission for the ZWT4 - let's hope it's a good one!
Provided by momaphet
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel potato and boil until tender. Put through a ricer or sieve. Measure 1/2 cup of potato & put in a bowl; mix in garlic and salt. Gradually add olive oil and vinegar alternately while beating with a spoon. Chill. Serve with meat or fish.
SKORDALIA (GREEK GARLIC POTATO DIP)
Not only is this a fabulous dip for vegetables and breads and things like that, it's also served as a side dish for things like fried fish and grilled meats--so this stuff is as versatile as it is easy to make.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel and quarter the potatoes and add to a saucepan with enough cold salted water to cover by 1 inch. Place over medium-high heat; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium and continue to simmer until potatoes are tender, but not falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes.
- While potatoes are cooking, add garlic and 1 teaspoon kosher salt to a mortar and pestle. Crush into a fine paste and reserve.
- Drain potatoes, reserving some of the cooking water to thin the dip out with later if desired. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Mash with a potato masher or potato ricer until smooth and lump free. Stir in garlic paste. Add lemon juice and vinegar and stir in with the masher.
- Whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil in 3 or 4 additions. Add cayenne and more salt if needed. Pass dip through a mesh strainer into a bowl. Serve at room temperature, garnished with olive oil and oregano.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 245.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh garlic. If you only have access to jarred garlic, use half the amount called for in the recipe.
- When boiling the potatoes, add a pinch of salt to the water. This will help to enhance their flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the potatoes by hand. Just be sure to mash them until they are very smooth.
- Skordalia can be served warm or cold. If you are serving it cold, be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Skordalia is a versatile sauce that can be used with a variety of dishes. It is especially good with artichokes, grilled meats, and fish.
Conclusion:
Skordalia is a delicious and versatile sauce that is easy to make. It is a great way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. So next time you are looking for a new sauce to try, give skordalia a try. You won't be disappointed.
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