Moroccan Spiced Yogurt Dip
A homemade dip is the best accompaniment to chips and vegetables. This Moroccan-inspired one, made with yogurt and spiked with cumin, cayenne, cardamom and coriander, is especially good with fried foods. I particularly like it with fried fish and chicken tenders.It is so easy to make and perfect for entertaining as well as everyday use.
Moroccan Spiced Yogurt Dip Recipe
Makes 1 cup
1 cup plain yogurt (or strained yogurt for a thicker consistency)
1 medium garlic clove, minced or pressed
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or finely chopped mint leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon chili powder
A pinch of cayenne pepper
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl. Stir them well to combine the flavors. Serve alongside meats, vegetables or chips. If you’re adventurous, serve it with fruit as well.
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Lucy — 01/30/2011 @ 6:10 pm
This looks delicious – I'd love to try it combined with some chicken skewers.
heather — 01/30/2011 @ 7:31 pm
Have you ever tried Mujaddara, the rice, lentil and sautéed onion dish? This spiced yogurt is nearly identical to the topping for Mujaddara, and a great pairing to be certain! If you haven't had it, I highly recommend… and I'll be borrowing your idea of using this with chicken and fried fish.
Cheers,
*Heather*
Mary — 01/30/2011 @ 9:41 pm
This looks refreshing and sounds delicious. What a nice recipe. Have a wonderful day. Blessings…Mary
Nisrine Merzouki — 01/31/2011 @ 12:21 am
Lucy, I think it would go well with chicken skewers. Go for it!
Heather, I've never tried mujaddara but I'm planning to.
La Table De Nana — 01/31/2011 @ 12:47 am
It looks fresh and delish~
Velva — 01/31/2011 @ 1:35 am
Fresh homemade dip is a 100% better than anything store bought. Your yogurt dip is healthy, flavorful and no doubt delicious.
Velva
A SPICY PERSPECTIVE — 01/31/2011 @ 2:36 am
I LOVE yogurt-based dips! Will try soon!
Cherine — 01/31/2011 @ 9:58 am
This dip looks so tempting!
Dana — 01/31/2011 @ 6:26 pm
Mmm. Dipping is probably one of my favorite things to do with food. This must be yummy!
Julia — 01/31/2011 @ 8:30 pm
We've developed a bit of an obsession with yoghurt (it's impossible not to!) since we moved to Turkey. Never seen these spices mixed with it though. Sounds gorgeous!
sophiesfoodiefiles — 01/31/2011 @ 9:20 pm
MMMMMMM,..what a well flavoured yoghurt dip!
Cara — 02/03/2011 @ 3:31 pm
I love the spice combination here and I have just the idea for this dip – how about with baked beet chips? I might give it a shot this weekend!
Eliana — 02/03/2011 @ 9:29 pm
I may have to make this dip for Super Bowl Sunday. It looks super delish!
A Canadian Foodie — 02/03/2011 @ 9:56 pm
Or in soups – it looks yummy ! I always make my own yogurt and there is some in the fridge right now I should try this out with!
:)
valerie
Maria — 02/04/2011 @ 4:10 pm
A great condiment for many dishes! Love all the spices used.
Magic of Spice — 02/04/2011 @ 9:06 pm
I love dips like this with fresh vegetables :)