Potent Garlic Dip (Skordalia) Recipe

Name: Potent Garlic Dip (Skordalia)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 small Idaho potato, cut into 2-inch chunks; 5 ounces stale peasant bread (about one quarter of a large loaf), crusts removed, bread sliced 1 inch thick; 1/2 cup blanched whole almonds (about 3 ounces); 5 large garlic cloves, pureed; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 3/4 teaspoon sugar; Salt and freshly ground white pepper; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Minced fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 small Idaho potato, cut into 2-inch chunks
5 ounces stale peasant bread (about one quarter of a large loaf), crusts removed, bread sliced 1 inch thick
1/2 cup blanched whole almonds (about 3 ounces)
5 large garlic cloves, pureed
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground white pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Minced fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish (optional)

1
In a small saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the potato until tender, about 15 minutes; drain, cut them into 1/2-inch cubes.
2
In a bowl, cover the bread with water and let soak until completely saturated, about 2 minutes.
3
Transfer the bread to a plate.
4
Add the potato and process the mixture until smooth.
5
With the machine on, add the oil in a steady stream until incorporated.
6
Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Garnish with parsley and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 small Idaho potato, cut into 2-inch chunks, 5 ounces stale peasant bread (about one quarter of a large loaf), crusts removed, bread sliced 1 inch thick, 1/2 cup blanched whole almonds (about 3 ounces), 5 large garlic cloves, pureed, and more.

Yes, Potent Garlic Dip (Skordalia) falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Potent Garlic Dip (Skordalia)

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