TZATZIKI SAUCE-- GREEK CUCUMBER/YOGURT SAUCE
This is the cool and creamy sauce that usually is served as a condiment on Greek Gyro sandwiches. The recipe calls for the thicker, Greek Yogurt, also called, "Greek Cheese". If you can't find this type of yogurt, you can use plain, regular yogurt from the grocery store. But in order to get the sauce to the desired thicker consistency, you need to suspend the yogurt in a cheesecloth for a couple of hours to drain some of the water off. If you don't mind it moderately runny, you can just make it as is and it is still delicious, just a little more messy. Make this with Recipezaar recipe #285900, Gyros- An Authentic Recipe For Making Them At Home Enjoy!
Provided by Miracle Miriam
Categories Sauces
Time 3h
Yield 3 1/2 Cups, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers and dice. Put them in a colander and sprinkle with the tablespoon of salt (draws water out). Cover with a plate and sit something heavy on top. Let sit for 30 minute Drain well and wipe dry with a paper towel.
- In food processor or blender, add cucumbers, garlic, lemon juice, dill and/or mint, and a few grinds of black pepper. Process until well blended, then stir into yogurt. Taste before adding any extra salt, then salt if needed. Place in refrigerator for at least two hours before serving so flavors can blend.
- This will keep for a few days in the refrigerator, but you will need to drain off any water and stir each time you use it.
- ** If you can't find the thicker Greek Yogurt Cheese, you can use regular, plain yogurt that is either full fat or low fat. To thicken, spoon yogurt into cheese cloth that has been quadrupled. Draw the corners of the cloth up and tie together. Suspend above a bowl for 2 hours so that water can drip out. The consistency of the yogurt should be like that of sour cream.
- You can skip this draining process, if you want, but you will have a moderately messier, runnier result.
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Mtc Mtc
[email protected]This sauce is delicious!
Mohsin Waqas
[email protected]This sauce is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's the perfect addition to any grilled meat or fish. I also love using it as a dip for vegetables.
All 4 Knowledge
[email protected]I made this sauce last night and it was a huge hit! I served it with some grilled chicken and everyone loved it. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cucumber added a nice freshness. I will definitely be making this sauce again.
Simon Khayaka
[email protected]This sauce is delicious! It's so easy to make and it's the perfect addition to any grilled meat or fish. I also love using it as a dip for vegetables. I highly recommend this recipe.
journalist Nazmul
[email protected]This sauce is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the cucumber adds the perfect amount of freshness. I love using it as a dip for vegetables or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
Madhav Panthi
[email protected]I love this sauce! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually make it to go with grilled chicken or fish, but it's also great on vegetables or as a dip. I highly recommend this recipe.
Lubega Sacko
[email protected]This sauce is delicious! I made it to go with some grilled fish and it was the perfect complement. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cucumber added a nice freshness. I will definitely be making this sauce again.
Kat Cabe
[email protected]This tzatziki sauce is amazing! I've tried many different recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the cucumber adds the perfect amount of freshness. I will definitely be making this sauce again and a
cader Brown
[email protected]I made this sauce last night and it was delicious! I used it on some grilled chicken and it was the perfect complement. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cucumber added a nice freshness. I will definitely be making this sauce again.
Asim Sawti
[email protected]This sauce was easy to make and turned out great! I used it on some grilled lamb and it was a hit. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cucumber added a nice freshness. I will definitely be making this sauce again.
Themba Mavimbela
[email protected]This tzatziki sauce was absolutely delicious! I made it to go with some grilled chicken and it was the perfect complement. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, with the perfect balance of cucumber, yogurt, and garlic. I will definitely be making this