Not only is this a fabulous dip for vegetables and breads and things like that, it’s also served as a side dish for things like fried fish and grilled meats–so this stuff is as versatile as it is easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ pounds russet potatoes
- 6 cloves garlic, sliced, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
- ½ lemon, juiced
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 drizzle olive oil, or to taste
- 1 pinch minced fresh oregano
Directions
Step 1
Peel and quarter the potatoes and add to a saucepan with enough cold salted water to cover by 1 inch. Place over medium-high heat; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium and continue to simmer until potatoes are tender, but not falling apart, 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 2
While potatoes are cooking, add garlic and 1 teaspoon kosher salt to a mortar and pestle. Crush into a fine paste and reserve.
Step 3
Drain potatoes, reserving some of the cooking water to thin the dip out with later if desired. Let sit for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Mash with a potato masher or potato ricer until smooth and lump free. Stir in garlic paste. Add lemon juice and vinegar and stir in with the masher.
Step 5
Whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil in 3 or 4 additions. Add cayenne and more salt if needed. Pass dip through a mesh strainer into a bowl. Serve at room temperature, garnished with olive oil and oregano.
Chef’s Notes:
You can make this with whatever kind of potato you want, but I highly recommend using a russet.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 183 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat14g | 18% |
Saturated Fat2g | 10% |
Sodium246mg | 11% |
Total Carbohydrate13g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 6% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein2g | |
Vitamin C15mg | 75% |
Calcium14mg | 1% |
Iron1mg | 4% |
Potassium309mg | 7% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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