Prep time 2 minutes
This simple safron yoghurt dressing turns grilled zucchinis or japanese aubergines into veritable taste sensations.
What you need (enough dressing for two portions)
A pinch of saffron
2 tablespoons plain yogurt ( preferably Greek style which is rich and creamy)
2 teaspoons boiling water
Zest of half a lemon
A crushed garlic clove
1 tbspn olive oil
Salt
What to do
1. Add a pinch of saffron to two teaspoons of boiling water and set aside to soak while you grill the zucchini or aubergines.
Add a pinch of saffron to a tablespoon of boiling water and let it soak for about 10 minutes.
Add soaked tablespoon of saffron (include stamens) to 2 tablespoons of yogurt and mix thoroughly.
2. Add saffron liquid and stamens to 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt and mix in lemon zest, garlic and olive oil and salt to taste. If need be stir in a little more water but take care. You want to keep a thick creamy concistency not a liquid dressing. Keep any extra dressing for top ups.
Derek Farwagi
Absolutely. Can be be partnered with aubergines see https://amediterraneangourmet.com/japanese-eggplant-saffron-yogurt/
and works on lamb instead of mint yoghurt.
Thanks for the feedback.
Kenton Keith
Well done, ya Derek! Congratulations on the blog. That saffron yogurt cries out for multiple partners. Good on you. Kenton
Derek Farwagi
Thank you Stephanie. Enjoy
Stephanie Williams
Alf mabrook on the blog, Derek! What a yummy recipe and gorgeous photo. Tom and I will be adding the saffron yoghurt dressing it to our menus!
Derek Farwagi
Thank you Leila. Try the aubergines version too at https://amediterraneangourmet.com/japanese-eggplant-saffron-yogurt
Derek Farwagi
Thank you Glenis. Let me know how you liked it.
Glenis Richardson
I will try this–sounds delicious!
Leila Bisharat
The first of the long-awaited gourmet quickies. Thank you, Derek. I’m thrilled. Can’t wait to make the Saffeon Yogurt dressing tomorrow. Now we need you on video, too. Your ongoing encouragement and explanations make cooking with you unforgettable. Bravo.
Derek Farwagi
Thank you Kathleen. You are too generous.
kathleen norris
Some of the best meals of my life were prepared by Derek Farwagi. He’s a practical genius in the kitchen – solid, delicious food with genuine international flair.
If he’s cooking – or advising on what to cook – you’re in for a treat.