Greek potato appetizer with almonds and garlic
4 servings
25 minutes
Greek potato appetizer with almonds and garlic is an amazing combination of tenderness and depth of flavor characteristic of Mediterranean cuisine. Born in sunny Greece, it embodies the best traditions of local appetizers – nutritious, aromatic, and easy to prepare. Softened potatoes turned into silky puree combine with crunchy almond flakes and breadcrumbs, creating a pleasant contrast of textures. Garlic adds spiciness while lemon juice provides a light tanginess that refreshes the taste. Olive oil enriches the appetizer with smoothness and a velvety consistency. Served with crackers, it perfectly complements light snacks or stands alone as a dish. It's an ideal choice for those who appreciate harmony of flavor and simplicity in every ingredient.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
2
Place the peeled potatoes in a pot, cover with water, add salt, and boil until soft for about 15 minutes.
- Potato: 340 g
- Water: 0.5 glass
3
Spread the almonds and breadcrumbs on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden, stirring occasionally. Let cool.
- Almond flakes: 60 g
- Crushed breadcrumbs: 0.5 glass
4
In a food processor, chop the garlic, then add the breadcrumbs with almonds and chop again. Then pour in water, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and add 0.75 teaspoons of salt. Mix well.
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Crushed breadcrumbs: 0.5 glass
- Almond flakes: 60 g
- Water: 0.5 glass
- Lemon juice: 4 teaspoons
5
Drain the potatoes and mash them with a fork. Transfer to the nut mixture in a food processor and add olive oil. Blend everything well until smooth and transfer to a bowl. Serve with crackers.
- Potato: 340 g
- Olive oil: 0.6 glass
- Crackers: to taste