Skorthalia – Garlic Sauce (Greek Cookbook)

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Traditional Skorthalia recipe from Greek Cookbook

Skorthalia – Garlic Sauce (Greek Cookbook)

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

345

Sugar

Fat

36g

Skorthalia is a traditional Greek sauce made from garlic, olive oil, and mashed potatoes or nuts. It is often served alongside fried fish or vegetables, but it can also be used as a dip, spread, or condiment. This recipe uses mashed potatoes to give the sauce a creamy texture and slightly milder flavor compared to other variations that use nuts or bread. With its strong garlic flavor and smooth consistency, Skorthalia is a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.

Instructions

1.	Peel and chop the garlic cloves into small pieces, and salt them.
2.	Soak the slices of bread in a bowl of water, then squeeze out the excess water.
3.	Mash the potatoes in a large mixing bowl, using a fork or a potato masher.
4.	Add the soaked bread, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, and pepper to the bowl, and mix everything together until smooth.

PROS

Skorthalia is a versatile sauce that can be used with many dishes.

It is rich, creamy, and packed with garlic and olive oil, adding depth and flavor to any meal.

CONS

This sauce contains a lot of garlic, which some people may find too strong.

It is also high in calories and fat, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garlic has been linked to numerous health benefits, including reducing the risk of heart disease, improving brain function, and boosting immune function.
Olive oil, another main ingredient in this sauce, is high in healthy monounsaturated fats and has been shown to improve heart health.

	6 garlic cloves
	salt
	1 cup mashed potatoes
	2 slices day-old white bread
	1/3 cup olive oil
	1 tablespoon lemon juice
	1 tablespoon vinegar
	pepper