Greek Garlic Potato Dip (Skordalia)

Greek Garlic Potato Dip (Skordalia)

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Greek

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 18

Total Time: 23

Servings: people

Calories: 166kcal

Author: Aleka Shunk

Cost: $4

Skordalia is a traditional Greek mashed potato spread that can also be enjoyed as a delicious appetizer! Made with potatoes, garlic and olive oil, this dip is best served room temperature with freshly grilled pita bread on the side!

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Equipment

Food processor, potato ricer or food mill

Ingredients

2 medium Russet potatoes
2-4 Large garlic cloves
2 oz. Bread (about 2 sandwich slices)
½ Cup Olive Oil
1 shallot roughly chopped *optional
1 tbsp freshly chopped chives
2 tablespoon lemon juice *or red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup water
1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

Peel and cut your potatoes into large chunks no smaller than 2" x 2". Add them to a pot of cold water and bring to a boil. Remove and drain potatoes when they are fork tender. (Don't over-boil them!)
While your potatoes are boiling, add all of the other ingredients to a food processor and puree for 30 seconds. Remove and place in a medium to large bowl.
When your potatoes are fork tender (15-20 minutes) drain them and then lay the potatoes flat on a baking sheet to cool off completely. This is important since it will allow any excess water to evaporate preventing gummy potatoes.
Once the steam/water has evaporated and your potatoes are somewhat cooled, add them to the bowl with your pureed mix and mash together using a potato masher or large fork. If you have a potato ricer or food mill, this works BEST!
(Rice the potatoes prior to adding to the pureed mix.) Your dip is ready when the consistency is smooth like mashed potatoes or hummus. *Mix in a little water to thin out the consistency if you need!
Serve cold or room temperature alongside of warm or grilled pita bread!

Notes

The consistency of your skordalia will thicken as time goes on. To thin it out, add a little water or olive oil.
Add crushed almonds if you want to experiment with a nuttier flavor.
A food processor will result in a gummier spread so if using, do not over blend.

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