Russian Garlic Side Dish Recipe ๐ท๐บ
Overview:
- Name: Russian Garlic Side Dish
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Description: This versatile dish can be served as a side salad, mixed with greens, or as a condiment for meat courses and appetizers. Its bold flavors, particularly the garlic, make it a delightful addition to any meal. And if vampires haven’t dared to enter your house, then it must be working!
- Recipe Category: Russian
- Keywords: European, Quick Recipe (Under 30 Minutes), No Cook
- Yield: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 1104.1
- Fat Content: 108.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 18.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 35g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 2.4g
- Protein Content: 6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 30 | Garlic |
| 1/2 | Cup Olive Oil |
| 1/4 | Cup Fresh Lemon Juice |
| 4 | White Wine Vinegar |
| – | Oregano |
Instructions:
- Blanch the Garlic:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Add the garlic and blanch for 6 minutes.
- Cool the Garlic:
- Remove the garlic from the boiling water and immediately plunge it into cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Drain and Prepare:
- Drain the garlic well and transfer it to a mixing bowl.
- Add the remaining ingredients: olive oil, fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and oregano.
- Mix Well:
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the garlic is well coated with the marinade.
- Marinate:
- Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge to marinate for 5-7 days before serving.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a side salad in a small bowl.
- Mix with greens for a refreshing salad.
- Use as a condiment for meat dishes.
- Enjoy as an appetizer on crackers with liver pate or other meats.
Notes:
- The longer you let the garlic marinate, the more intense the flavors will become.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Final Thoughts:
This Russian Garlic Side Dish is a delightful addition to any meal, adding a burst of flavor and a hint of garlic to your palate. Whether you’re serving it as a side salad, mixing it with greens, or using it as a condiment, its versatility ensures it will be a hit at any gathering. So go ahead, make a batch, and see if you can keep the vampires at bay! ๐งโโ๏ธ๐ฟ
