BUTTERMILK DIPPING SAUCE - EMERIL LAGASSE

Buttermilk Dipping Sauce - Emeril Lagasse image

Provided by Cristina Barry

Categories Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeds removed and coarsely grated
3/4 teaspoon salt, plus
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Place the cucumbers in a small bowl and sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon of the salt.
Stir to combine, then set aside while you assemble the remaining ingredients.
In a small bowl combine the buttermilk, mayonnaise, garlic, dill, cayenne and salt and stir to combine well.
Drain the cucumber in a small colander, then, using your hands, squeeze to remove as much excess water as possible.
Add the cucumber to the buttermilk mixture and stir to thoroughly combine.
Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, for up to 1 day in advance.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.9, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 22.6, Sodium 2939.7, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 15.1, Protein 7.8