"Tzatziki" English
It is “ Tzatziki ” time! This traditional Greek dip simply refers to Greek yogurt mixed with cucumber and herbs.
This dip is almost always served with the Greek souvlaki or gyros.
Preparation time: 15 min
Portions: 4 people
Ingredients:
- 300 g of Greek yogurt "Dodoni"
- 1 cucumber (usually seedless)
- a pinch of coarse salt
- 3 tablespoons of vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of Greek extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of the Mix for Tzatziki
- 2-3 Greek olives for decoration
Process
Follow these simple 5 steps to make this traditional Greek dip and amaze your guests:
- Wash the cucumber thoroughly and grate with a cheese grater using the large blades.
- Drain the cucumber by using a colander and a fork. Add the salt and set aside to release its liquid.
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Prepare the yogurt mixture by adding the mix for tzatziki and the olive oil into the yogurt.
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Mix the cucumber with the yogurt mixture and add the vinegar. Mix until it is combined and creamy.
Tip: Add extra garlic, if needed.
- Refrigerate until needed.
Before serving, add 2-3 Greek olives on top of the tzatziki and sprinkle with a few drops of Greek extra virgin olive oil. Enjoy your homemade tzatziki with Greek pita bread !
Kali oreksi/ Enjoy your homemade tzatziki!
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