Recipe Review: Tzatziki

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Tzatziki is a turkish/greek dip/sauce/sandwich spread. It tastes great because of the garlicky after-taste it leaves behind. The garlicky after-taste is another reason why it is usually served in the first course.

Recipe Source
Cookbook - Exciting Vegetarian Cuisines of the World by Asha Khatau

Ingredients

• 2 cups thick yogurt
• 1 medium cucumber, grated and drained
• 3-4 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 tbsp chopped dill (substitute mint leaves)
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp vinegar (substitute lemon juice)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. Mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic and dill in a bowl.
2. Pour olive oil and vinegar alternatively, mixing continuously 
3. Season to taste.
4. Garnish with parsley and chill

Goes great with

• Crispy or warm pita bread
• Lavash 
• Breadsticks
• Carrot and celery sticks
• Sandwiches as a spread

Recommendations

The authentic recipe calls for a yogurt made with sheep or goat's milk. It is highly recommended as it gives the tzatziki a distinct sour flavor.