A tangy, garlic-forward yogurt dip enriched with oil, served cool as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats and bread.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: small bowl
Garnishes: paprika, olive oil drizzle
Accompaniments: flatbread, grilled vegetables
Instructions
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1
Crush garlic with salt into a paste.
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2
Mix garlic paste into yogurt until smooth.
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3
Drizzle oil over the top.
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4
Dust with paprika and refrigerate 30 min before serving.
Did You Know?
In Macedonia, no barbecue is complete without a bowl of makalo — it is considered as essential as the meat itself.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- mixing bowl
- garlic press
Garnishing
paprika, olive oil drizzle
Accompaniments
flatbread, grilled vegetables
The Story Behind Makalo
Makalo belongs to the family of Balkan yogurt-garlic sauces with roots in the pastoral traditions of southeastern Europe. The name comes from the Macedonian word for "dipping," reflecting its primary purpose at the table.
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