🧄🌿 Grandma’s Balkan Garlic Sauce (Creamy, Tangy, Always the First to Go)

Description

This was the sauce that magically appeared next to grilled anything. Smoky meats, roasted veggies, warm bread – everything dipped in it tasted better. Creamy yogurt, bold garlic, and a whisper of lemon made it unforgettable. Grandma served it in coffee cups, but it always vanished before the meat did.

Ingredients

• 🧄 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 🥣 200 ml (3/4 cup + 1 tbsp) plain yogurt
• 🥄 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for extra richness)
• 🍋 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar
• 🧂 Salt to taste
• 🌿 Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Preparation

1. 1️⃣ In a small bowl, whisk together 🧄 garlic, 🥣 yogurt, 🍋 lemon juice, 🧂 salt, and 🥄 mayo (if using).
2. 2️⃣ Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. 3️⃣ Taste and adjust seasoning – this sauce is bold, so don’t be shy.
4. 4️⃣ Garnish with 🌿 parsley if you’re feeling fancy.
5. 5️⃣ Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.

Total Time

🛠️ Prep: 5 min
❄️ Chill: 15 min
🕒 Total: 20 min

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