Skordalia – Greek Almond and Garlic Dip

Skordalia – Greek Almond and Garlic Dip

IngredientsInstructions
• 1 cup almonds, sliced blanched
• 15 cloves of garlic, fresh
• 4 ounces lemon juice, fresh
• 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or 1/2 teaspoon of a homemade hot sauce)
1. In a food processor, combine the almond flour, garlic, lemon juice, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper (or hot sauce). Blend to break down the garlic.
• 12 ounces fresh white bread, without crust, cubed
• 6 ounces water, cold
• 12 ounces olive pomace oil
2. Soak the bread in water and add it along with the olive oil and blend for about 3 minutes, until smooth and fluffy. After 4 hours in the refrigerator it will firm up.

Note: For a gluten-free version, substitute sliced bread with roasted sweet potatoes. To prepare, cook 12 oz of sweet potatoes at 425°F for 40-45 minutes. Once cooled, peel and slice them into rounds or wedges.

Tags: Tags: Greek, Mediterranean, Sauces & Dips, Gluten-Free Friendly, Vegetarian, Almonds, Garlic, Lemon