Makalo

Makalo

Макало (mah-KAH-lo)

Garlic Yogurt Dip

Prep Time 10 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 81 kcal

A tangy, garlic-forward yogurt dip enriched with oil, served cool as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats and bread.

Nutrition & Info

80 kcal per serving
Protein 4.0g
Carbs 5.0g
Fat 5.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl garlic press

Presentation Guide

Vessel: small bowl

Garnishes: paprika, olive oil drizzle

Accompaniments: flatbread, grilled vegetables

Instructions

  1. 1

    Crush garlic with salt into a paste.

  2. 2

    Mix garlic paste into yogurt until smooth.

  3. 3

    Drizzle oil over the top.

  4. 4

    Dust with paprika and refrigerate 30 min before serving.

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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.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed accompaniment to main meals 📜 Origins: Traditional

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