TZATZIKI

Middle Eastern Food
Tzatziki
Tzatziki is a classic Greek appetiser, (meze) dip made from thick strained yoghurt , cucumber , garlic and dill.
This creamy yoghurt sauce is very versatile and is a perfect accompaniment to many Mediterranean dishes.

INGREDIENTS:

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt ( or hung curd)

• 1tbsp fresh dill chopped

• ½ tsp mint leaves chopped

• 1-2 clove garlic, minced

• ½ cucumber 

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper 

• 1-2 tsp lemon juice

• ¼ tsp Cayenne pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Grate the cucumber, add a pinch of salt and leave aside for 10 mins. Then gently squeeze the cucumbers ( or use sieve) to separate the liquid from the cucumber.Discard the cucumber juice or use in another recipe. U can even drink the juice ( no wastage ) Separating  the juice from the cucumbers helps the Tzatziki to remain creamy ( not runny) 

• Add the cucumber to the Greek yoghurt

• Add minced garlic and cayenne pepper, salt and black  pepper 

• Add freshly squeezed lemon juice 

• Add chopped mint and dill

• Stir the yoghurt

• Taste and adjust seasoning

• Chill in refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours before serving (overnight is good too) 

• Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with dill leaves. Sprinkle black pepper and cayenne pepper.

• Your delicious dip is ready

Enjoy!