Description
Easy Skordalia is a traditional Greek garlic dip made by blending soft potatoes with fresh garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, creating a creamy and flavorful spread perfect for serving with pita bread, fried fish, or roasted vegetables. This quick and simple recipe yields a smooth, tangy dip that brings a burst of Mediterranean flavor to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 large russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2–3 inch pieces
Garlic Mixture
- 4–6 cloves garlic, minced (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (or white wine vinegar)
Other Ingredients
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Place the peeled and cut potatoes into a pot of cold, salted water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat and cook the potatoes until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Once cooked, drain the potatoes, reserving some of the cooking water, and allow them to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Garlic Mixture: In a food processor, combine the minced garlic and fresh lemon juice. Process the mixture until the garlic is finely puréed. Let it sit for a few minutes to soften the sharpness and pungency of the garlic flavor.
- Blend the Ingredients: Add the cooked potatoes into the food processor with the garlic mixture. Pulse to combine, then gradually add the extra virgin olive oil in a steady stream while processing until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. If the dip is too thick, add reserved potato cooking water one tablespoon at a time to achieve your desired consistency.
- Season and Serve: Season the Skordalia with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Transfer it to a serving bowl, drizzle with additional olive oil, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve at room temperature or chilled alongside pita bread, fried fish, or roasted vegetables for a delightful appetizer or side dish.
Notes
- Adjust the number of garlic cloves according to your taste preference for milder or stronger garlic flavor.
- If you don’t have fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar is a good alternative to add acidity.
- Reserve some potato cooking water as it helps adjust the dip’s consistency without diluting flavor.
- Skordalia pairs wonderfully with fried or grilled fish and roasted vegetables, enhancing Mediterranean-inspired meals.
- For a dairy-free version, this recipe is naturally free of dairy products.
