Spanish Cuisine
Almond Dip with Garlic and Sherry Vinegar
This exquisite almond dip is a modern take on classical Spanish traditions, where nutty texture meets the bite of fresh garlic and the noble tang of sherry vinegar. A velvety base of golden-toasted almonds creates a rich nutty flavor that is perfectly complemented by high-quality olive oil. The sauce has a thick consistency, making it a magnificent spread for crusty bread, an elegant addition to roasted vegetables, or a refined sauce for delicate white fish. This dish brings the atmosphere of a trendy Mediterranean bistro to your home menu, where the simplicity of ingredients is elevated to the rank of gastronomic art.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 20 min
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cooking
- 5 min
- Servings
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Spanish Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 290 kcal
- Protein
- 6 g
- Fat
- 28 g
- Carbs
- 5 g
- Fiber
- 3 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Place the almonds in a dry skillet and roast over medium heat…
Place the almonds in a dry skillet and roast over medium heat, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- 02
Place the roasted almonds, garlic, sherry vinegar, and salt i…
Place the roasted almonds, garlic, sherry vinegar, and salt into a blender bowl. Start blending until it turns into crumbs.
- 03
While continuing to blend, gradually pour in the olive oil in…
While continuing to blend, gradually pour in the olive oil in a thin stream. Add warm water to achieve the desired thick but delicate dip consistency.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
For the best results, use blanched almonds — toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat until they develop a rich nutty aroma and golden hue. Do not over-roast the nuts, as burnt almonds will give an unpleasant bitterness to the whole dip. If you want to add creaminess, you can pour in a couple of tablespoons of warm water while blending.
How to serve
Serve the dip in a beautiful small bowl, garnished with drops of extra virgin olive oil and a few almond slivers. It pairs perfectly with hot toasts, vegetable sticks, or grilled fish.
How to store
The sauce keeps beautifully in the refrigerator in a sterile glass jar for up to 5 days. Before serving, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes so the flavor of the almond and garlic becomes brighter.
Note
This dip is an excellent base: if desired, you can add a bit of smoked paprika for a smoky touch or fresh parsley for brightness.
