GREEK GARLIC AND POTATO SPREAD (SKORDALIA)

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A traditional Greek vegan appetizer or side dish, a real treat for all garlic lovers!

Provided by Marilena Leavitt

Categories     Appetizer/Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes
1 TBSP. salt
--- --- freshly ground pepper
8 med. garlic cloves, chopped
2 TBSP. red wine vinegar
½ cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
½ cup water from the boiled potatoes, at room temperature

Steps:

  • Scrub the potatoes well, peel them and cut them in half. Place them in a bowl and cover them with cold water. Rinse a couple of times to get rid of their surface starch. Place in a large saucepan and cover them with fresh water. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and gently simmer for about 30 minutes. At that point, the potatoes should be very tender. Drain them in a colander and reserve ½ cup of the cooking water. Set the potatoes aside and keep them warm.
  • In a food processor, add the garlic, the red wine, the seasoning and the cooking water, and blend well. Allow them to sit for a few minutes.
  • Cut the (still warm) potatoes in medium-size pieces and add them to the food processor. Blend to combine. Then, pour in the olive oil, a little at a time, and process until the olive oil is completely incorporated and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Before serving, drizzle some more olive oil and sprinkle a few minced chives on top. Mini capers would be a good addition too!

Veronica Washington
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Jason SL
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful snack.


Ch Abbas
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I've also used this as a sandwich spread and it's delicious.


Sarah Nakibugwe
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This is a great dish to serve with grilled meats or fish.


Ragg Hh
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I like to add a little bit of lemon juice to brighten up the flavor.


super gaming
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I've made this with different types of potatoes and they all work well.


MS FAYSAL HASAN
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This is a great way to use up leftover potatoes.


Saiful Sarder
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I love the way the garlic and potatoes complement each other in this dish.


doreen awuor
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This is a delicious and versatile dish. I've served it as an appetizer, a side dish, and even a main course.


BOU LT
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Leo Leonard
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. I love the flavor of the roasted garlic.


Genevia Cameron
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of garlic and potatoes.


Shahzad Abbas
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe. I highly recommend it.


Langton Siziba
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I made this for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great make-ahead appetizer.


Catherine Collins
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This was my first time making skordalia and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Tamim Sk
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I've made this several times now and it's always delicious. I love the combination of garlic and potatoes.


Eman MAR5
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This is my go-to recipe for skordalia. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make.


Ganesh Jarkal Creation
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I made this last night and it was a hit! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I served it with pita bread and vegetables, and it was the perfect appetizer.