Yogurt Soslu (Turkish Garlic Yogurt Sauce)
Yogurt Soslu (Turkish Garlic Yogurt Sauce) - kvalifood.com
The simplest Turkish sauce – thick yogurt, garlic, and salt. The garlic is pounded to a paste with salt in a mortar, then stirred into yogurt. Served cold alongside grilled meats, kebabs, fried vegetables, and manti (Turkish dumplings).
Makes ca. 250 ml
Ingredients
- 250 g thick plain yogurt (Greek-style or strained)
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp water (optional)
- olive oil, for serving
Directions
Place garlic cloves and salt in a mortar. Pound into a smooth paste. Alternatively, mince the garlic finely and mash with the flat side of a knife, working the salt in.
Add the yogurt and stir until evenly combined. Taste and adjust salt. If too thick, stir in up to 1 tbsp water.
Transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle a thin line of olive oil on top. Serve cold.
Notes
Keeps refrigerated for 1-2 days but garlic flavor intensifies over time.
For a milder sauce, use 1 clove of garlic. For a punchy version, use 3.
Dried mint (1/2 tsp) can be stirred in for a variation closer to manti-style yogurt sauce.
See Also
Nar Eksili Sos (Turkish Pomegranate Molasses Dressing)
Cacik (Turkish Yogurt-Cucumber Sauce)
Biber Salcasi (Turkish Red Pepper Paste)
Bagna Cauda
