Missing your local kebab shop sauce? Try our 2-minute homemade Yogurt Garlic Sauce. Made with yogurt, garlic, lemon, and mint, this garlic dipping sauce is ready almost instantly. Dip or drizzle and enjoy!
About my homemade Garlic Yogurt Sauce
I love easy condiments, just like my Homemade Yogurt Mint Sauce and Sour Cream and Chives Dip. But let me tell you, this Kebab style Yogurt Garlic Sauce takes the flavour game to a whole new level! The bold flavours of garlic are wonderfully mellowed with creamy yogurt and zesty lemon, creating a no-fuss, no-cook sauce that's an absolute delight.
Its simplicity makes it my go-to dip for any occasion. Just mix the ingredients and enjoy the burst of freshness and lightness in the garlic dipping sauce.
Jump to:
- About my homemade Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Why you'll love this recipe?
- Ingredients
- Variations
- How to make Easy Yogurt Garlic Sauce: Step by Step?
- Serving Suggestions
- Storing Garlic Yoghurt Sauce
- Recipe FAQ's
- More easy Condiment recipes
- Easy Kebab shop Garlic Yogurt dip recipe below
- Quick and Easy Garlic Yogurt sauce recipe
Why you'll love this recipe?
- Quick and Easy: Simple and quick to make, requiring just a few basic ingredients. No cooking involved, making it an easy, hassle-free recipe.
- Versatile: Easy to vary with your favourite herbs like coriander, mint or jalapenos or grated/chopped cucumber like in cucumber raita. Highly versatile, serving as a cool and savoury dip for a variety of dishes.
- Easy to scale up or down: Perfect for those busy days when you need a flavourful sauce in a pinch. Make a small batch or whip one for the party - still just takes under 5 minutes.
Ingredients
You will need 6 basic ingredients to make the best Garlic Yoghurt sauce at home, easily available in your kitchen pantry or in your local super market. Its simple, no-cook recipe that goes perfectly with so many dishes.
- Greek Yogurt: I prefer Greek Yogurt for its creamy texture, but feel free to use Natural Yogurt or Vegan Yogurt according to your taste. For a delicious twist, you can also substitute ¼ cup of sour cream.
- Fresh Garlic: To achieve that perfect garlicky flavour, I use fresh garlic like my saffron cream sauce. If you prefer a milder taste, just use 1 clove or swap it with garlic granules.
- Lemon: Adding fresh lemon juice creates a perfect balance of zing to the sauce.
- Salt & Pepper: I add about ½ teaspoon of salt and black pepper, but feel free to adjust it to your liking.
- Dried Mint: This is the secret ingredient that elevates the flavours. I make my own dried mint at home and store it in jars. It's super quick, taking just under 5 minutes.
Variations
- Sour Cream: Enhance the creaminess by replacing ¼ - ½ cup of yogurt with sour cream. The result is a deliciously creamy twist on the classic sauce.
- Thinner with Natural Yogurt: Substitute the greek yogurt with natural yogurt, and enjoy a lighter version of the sauce.
- Fresh Herbs: Elevate the flavours with a variety of fresh herbs like mint, chopped dill, or parsley. Each herb brings its unique touch to the sauce.
- Tzatziki: Add grated cucumber and plenty of dill to the sauce, and voilà - it becomes a delightful tzatziki! Add plenty of chopped dill to make dill yogurt sauce. Simply remove the garlic, throw in some diced cucumber, spices, and fresh coriander for an Indian cucumber raita.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of smoked paprika, kashmiri red chilli powder, diced green chilli, or jalapenos for a touch of spicy flavors.
How to make Easy Yogurt Garlic Sauce: Step by Step?
- In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, minced fresh garlic, salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and dried mint.
- Adjust the consistency with a splash of water if desired and seasoning to taste.
- Enjoy the smooth and tangy Yogurt Garlic Sauce as a dip or drizzle over your favourite dishes!
Serving Suggestions
- Serve the Yogurt Garlic Sauce as a refreshing dip with poppadoms or a platter of fresh vegetables like celery sticks, cucumber, carrot sticks, and bell peppers.
- Pair it with air fryer roasted veggies, grilled meats, air fryer paneer tikka or whole roasted cauliflower to add a burst of flavour.
- Drizzle the sauce over a crisp salad such as cabbage slaw or sliced cucumber.
- It goes excellently with crispy potato slices, aloo tikki, green peas kebab, sweet potato fries, courgette fritters, air fryer falafels, sandwiches or wraps.
Storing Garlic Yoghurt Sauce
To store the Yogurt Garlic Sauce, simply place any leftover sauce in a covered airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for up to 1 week, allowing you to enjoy its delicious flavours whenever you like.
Recipe FAQ's
Homemade garlic yogurt sauce will last up to 1 week in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container. Fresh ingredients like garlic can shorten its shelf life, so it's best to use it within that time for maximum freshness.
To make a quick and easy raita, start by grating a cucumber. Squeeze out the excess water using a clean kitchen towel. In a bowl, mix the cucumber with yogurt, chopped cilantro, mint, and green chili (if you prefer a bit of spice). Let it chill in the fridge for at least an hour before serving for the best flavor.
More easy Condiment recipes
Easy Kebab shop Garlic Yogurt dip recipe below
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt 240ml
- 1 - 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoon dried mint
- ½ teaspoon salt or more, to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the Greek Yogurt, minced garlic, dried mint, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.1 cup Greek Yogurt, 1 - 2 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoon dried mint, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, Juice of ½ lemon
- Whisk all the ingredients together until well combined, resulting in a creamy and flavorful dip.
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning. Like it thinner, add a splash of water and mix again.
- Serve the Yogurt Garlic Sauce as a delicious dip with salad vegetables, grilled meats, or dressing for salads.
Notes
Flavour Variations
There are so many easy variations to this delicious Garlic dipping sauce.- Sour Cream: Enhance the creaminess by replacing ¼ - ½ cup of yogurt with sour cream. The result is a deliciously creamy twist on the classic sauce.
- Thinner with Natural Yogurt: Substitute the greek yogurt with natural yogurt, and enjoy a lighter version of the sauce.
- Fresh Herbs: Elevate the flavours with a variety of fresh herbs like mint, chopped dill, or parsley. Each herb brings its unique touch to the sauce.
- Transformation: Add grated cucumber and plenty of dill to the sauce, and voilà - it becomes a delightful tzatziki! Simply remove the garlic, throw in some diced cucumber, spices, and fresh coriander for an Indian cucumber raita.
- Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of smoked paprika, kashmiri red chilli powder, diced green chilli, or jalapenos for a spicy twist.
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