Tzatziki (cacik) Recipe
Cold yogurt with mint, garlic and cucumber.
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the cucumber
Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Peel it if desired, then cut it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, and then grate the cucumber using a box grater or food processor.
- 2
Drain excess moisture
Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, and squeeze out the excess moisture. This will prevent your tzatziki from becoming watery.
- 3
Mince the garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely. You can also use a garlic press for this step.
- 4
Chop the mint
Wash the fresh mint leaves, then finely chop them using a sharp knife.
Mixing
- 5
Combine the ingredients
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, drained grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped mint, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Mix well
Using a spoon or spatula, mix all the ingredients together until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serving
- 7
Chill and serve
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread, vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats.
