Yogurt and Sumac Sauce

Name: Yogurt and Sumac Sauce
Cook time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus more for serving; 1/2 teaspoon sumac plus more for serving; Kosher salt; Coal-Roasted Eggplants; Ingredient info: Sumac, a tart, citrusy spice generally sold in ground form, is available at Middle Eastern markets, specialty foods stores, and online sources.

By Melissa Hamilton and Christopher Hirsheimer

June 10, 2013

Yogurt and Sumac SauceHirsheimer & Hamilton

Feel free to experiment with other seasonings besides sumac, like lemon zest, za'atar, or crushed red pepper flakes.

Recipe information

Total Time
5 minutes
Yield
Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 small garlic clove, finely chopped

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus more for serving

1/2 teaspoon sumac plus more for serving

Kosher salt

Coal-Roasted Eggplants

Ingredient info: Sumac, a tart, citrusy spice generally sold in ground form, is available at Middle Eastern markets, specialty foods stores, and online sources.

Preparation

Step 1
Whisk garlic, yogurt, 2 tablespoons oil, and 1/2 teaspoon sumac in a medium bowl; season with salt.
Step 2
Spoon sauce onto a platter. Place eggplants on top. Season with salt, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with sumac.
Step 3
DO AHEAD: Yogurt and Sumac Sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

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