Tzatziki is a versatile sauce. It is a Mediterranean-style sauce/dip so it pairs well with a lot of Mediterranean dishes. It is very simple and yet so full of flavor. It is also very easy to make. I love making this and keeping it on hand. I add it to a lot of meals as a sauce or dip. It goes with a ton of things. Fries? yes. Burgers? yes. Nachos? yes. It adds a cool fresh flavor to any dish, especially Mediterranean dishes.
With a few simple ingredients, you have a dip/sauce that is full of wonderful flavor. Let me share with you how I make my Tzatziki.
INGREDIENTS:
3/4 (or 1 small) cucumber – partially peeled. Leave some of the skin on for added texture and flavor.
1 tsp salt
4 cloves garlic – grated
1 tsp white distilled vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cups plain greek style yogurt
1/4 tsp white pepper
DIRECTIONS:
- Grate or process the cucumber with either a handheld grater or a food processor. Add the cucumber to a bowl and add 1/2 tsp of salt. Mix to combine and add to either a mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a strainer. Let stand for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes discard the liquid that seeps from the cucumber. Squeeze out the remaining liquid from the cucumber with either a cheesecloth or a lint-free kitchen tea towel. Add the cucumber back to the bowl.
- Add the garlic, remaining salt, pepper, vinegar, and oil. Mix to combine well.
- Add the yogurt and mix well. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste. Cover with plastic wrap or place in a bowl and attach a lid. Chill for 30 minutes or overnight.
- Stir before serving and top with a tablespoon or so of olive oil to the top. Serve with any dish you prefer.
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