My version of this Yogurt Garlic Sauce is made with just 3 main ingredients and takes only 2 minutes. It’s the perfect dipping sauce for so many dishes like shawarma, kebabs, kofta and grilled vegetables! I love it with my falafel sandwiches and air fryer smashed potatoes .
This easy to make sauce is a great way to cool down your favourite dishes without reaching for the mayo. I follow a Middle Eastern recipe so you can expect it to taste just like the white sauce at your local kebab shop.
The bonus is that it is so easy to make! In this recipe, I simply mix Greek yogurt with crushed garlic and lemon juice. It’s so good that I have to stop myself from eating it directly from the bowl!
If you love yogurt-based sauces as much as I do, here are a few other delicious variations you might want to try
- Indian Mint Sauce best enjoyed with onion bhaji , samosa and poppadoms
- Tzatziki sauce – a delicious Greek dip
- Creamy Cilantro Yogurt Sauce – perfect with tacos and fajitas
Ingredients notes
Yogurt – I use plain yogurt for this recipe that’s full fat. Low fat works too, I just add less lemon juice as it’s already tart. My preference is Greek yogurt so the sauce is nice and thick.
Garlic – it wouldn’t be a Middle Eastern yogurt sauce without a good hit of garlic. I find that fresh garlic is definitely the way to go for best results. Add as little or as much as you want based on personal preference.
At a pinch, you can use garlic powder but it does alter the flavour.
Lemon juice – fresh or bottled work well here.
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional:
Though optional, I pretty much always add in dried mint because I love the flavour that it brings to the sauce.
How to make it
Whisk together yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl. Grate or mince a clove of garlic and give it a good stir.
I recommend that you do not use a food processor to blitz the yogurt and garlic together – it will make the dip runny. However, you can use a food processor to mince the garlic.
Add a pinch of salt to taste and lots of black pepper. The sauce will remain thick if kept chilled in the fridge.
Serving Suggestion
Spoon lemon yogurt sauce into wraps or pita pockets.
Dunk these air fryer garlic fries , pita chips and air fryer breaded mushrooms as an alternative to a ranch dressing.
The yogurt garlic dip can replace sour cream in many Mexican recipes such as these sweet potato and black bean quesadilla .
Taste great with Air fryer Buffalo Cauliflower too or other grilled vegetables.
The sauce is great for dunking these middle eastern falafels into.
Storage
Store leftover yogurt garlic sauce in an airtight container and keep in the fridge. I recommend using it up within 2 days to enjoy it at its freshest.
Do not freeze this sauce.
Other Yogurt Recipes
Cucumber Raita
Yogurt Sandwich
Eggless Chocolate Mousse (made with yogurt)
Mille Feuille with Saffron Yogurt
Dahi Aloo (Potatoes and Yogurt Curry)
Yogurt, Cashew and Date Popsicle
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Garlic Yogurt Sauce for Kebabs
Equipment
- 1 Garlic press
Ingredients
- 1 cup yogurt or greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper powder
Instructions
- In a medium bowl take 1 cup yogurt or cup of greek yogurt.
- Take 2 cloves garlic and press through garlic press
- Add it to the yogurt.
- Season the yogurt with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder .
- Now add 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- If the yogurt is very thick add very little water.
- Mix well.
- Serve this garlic yogurt dip with your favourite recipes.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Garlic Yogurt Sauce for Kebabs
Equipment
- 1 Garlic press
Ingredients
- 1 cup yogurt or greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper powder
Instructions
- In a medium bowl take 1 cup yogurt or cup of greek yogurt.
- Take 2 cloves garlic and press through garlic press
- Add it to the yogurt.
- Season the yogurt with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder .
- Now add 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- If the yogurt is very thick add very little water.
- Mix well.
- Serve this garlic yogurt dip with your favourite recipes.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
These Air Fryer Diced Potatoes are super crispy outside and have a soft and fluffy interior . They take less than 30 minutes to make and do not require parboiling!
Cubed potatoes are the perfect side dish for cauliflower and chickpea tacos !
- Other Air Fryer Potatoes
- Why you will love this recipe
- Air Fryer Potato Cubes Ingredients
- How to make Crispy Air Fryer Diced Potatoes
- Pro Tips
- Serving Suggestion
- Storage
- Other Air fryer Recipes
In this recipe, potatoes are diced then air fried until they are just crispy and tender inside. They’re a little bit like these French Parmentier Potatoes
For crispy potatoes, the air fryer is the way to go. The air fryer works by circulating hot air, making the skin of the food crispy. This uses less oil than deep fat frying making recipes healthier alternatives to their deep fried counterparts.
I pretty much cook all my potatoes recipe by air frying. It is the best way to get perfectly crisp skin without keeping the oven on for long periods of time.
Other Air Fryer Potatoes
Air Fryer Indian Potatoes
Potato Slices Air Fryer
Air Fryer Baked Potato (after microwaving)
Air Fryer Garlic Fries (French Fries)
Baked Sweet Potatoes in Air Fryer
Triple Cooked Fries in Air Fryer
Air fryer Smashed Potatoes
Why you will love this recipe
Naturally vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free side
Made with simple ingredients and with minimal prep
Easy air fryer recipe
Perfect for busy weeknights
Healthy alternative to chips and a delicious side dish to so many recipes. Potatoes are high in Vitamin C and potassium
You can experiment with different seasonings and make the recipe your own.
Air Fryer Potato Cubes Ingredients
Potatoes
Many types of potatoes work well for this recipe. You can use basic all rounder potatoes, maris piper, russet potatoes, red potatoes, yellow potatoes
Yukon gold potatoes, being a cross between waxy and floury, are also a good choice.
I would only avoid waxy potatoes like baby potatoes which are better for potato salads.
Use fresh potatoes with minimal black spots and no sprouts
Cooking spray oil – other oils you can use are: avocado oil, vegetable oil, olive oil, canola oil and sunflower oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional seasoning / garnishes for flavor:
Garlic powder, onion powder and rosemary
Chili powder or paprika
Italian seasoning
Cajun seasoning
Fresh herbs such as parsley, dill or cilantro
Parmesan cheese and thyme
Tip in diced onions to cook alongside the potatoes
How to make Crispy Air Fryer Diced Potatoes
I used the Instant Pot Air Fryer, you can use other brands such as the Ninja Foodi, Philips etc
Note that temperatures and cook time vary between different brands.
Thoroughly clean potatoes under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
Peel the potatoes if you wish.
Cut potatoes into cubes that are approximately 1.5-2cm in thickness. This may seem large but the potatoes will shrink upon cooking. Go for 1-inch cubes if you want larger cubes.
Optionally, if you have time, soak the potatoes in cold water for 15 minutes.
Drain the water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
(If adding any seasoning, place the dried potatoes in a large bowl and toss with oil and seasoning of choice)
Place the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Spray over cooking oil spray and give a good shake
Air Fry at 190 C or 380 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown outside with crispy skin and fork tender in the middle.
Pro Tips
Do not overcrowd the basket – the potatoes will steam rather than air fry and so will become mushy and not crispy.
Ensure to dry the potatoes to prevent steam
To make the potatoes extra crispy, you can soak the potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes. This draws out excess starch
Note that cooking time can vary between models, size and type of potatoes, so keep an eye on the potatoes at the half way mark and adjust the temperature accordingly.
Ensure all potatoes are fairly evenly cut so they all cook at the same rate.
Serving Suggestion
Diced potatoes are an easy side dish for so many meals. They are also a great alternative to home fries.
Enjoy crispy breakfast potatoes with sausages, baked beans, tomatoes and mushrooms.
Have them as a side for cauliflower cheese or aubergine parmigiana . I love them with these Instant Pot Stuffed Bell Peppers .
These delicious potatoes are a great addition to a falafel wrap – a bit like a cheats version of gyros that normally has chips inside.
Have them as a snack and dunk them into this Garlic Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Storage
Store leftover air fryer cubed potatoes in an airtight container. They will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Reheat in the microwave, oven or air fryer until hot through.
Other Air fryer Recipes
Air fryer french bread pizza
Easy crispy air fryer cauliflower
Air fryer pasta bake
Air fryer onion bhaji
Easy air fryer mushrooms
Orange cranberry scones
Vegan Curry Puffs
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Air fryer Diced Potatoes
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Knife
- 1 Chopping board
Ingredients
- 5 medium potatoes
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil spray
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Thoroughly clean 5 medium potatoes under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Peel the potatoes if you wish.
- Cut potatoes into cubes that are approximately 1.5-2cm in thickness. This may seem large but the potatoes will shrink upon cooking.
- Go for 1-inch cubes if you want larger cubes.
- Optionally, if you have time, soak the potatoes in cold water for 15 minutes.
- Drain the water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- (If adding any seasoning, place the dried potatoes in a large bowl and toss with oil and seasoning of choice)
- Place the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Spray over 1 tablespoon cooking oil spray and give a good shake
- Air Fry at 190 C or 380 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown outside with crispy skin and fork tender in the middle.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
