Best 6 Turkish Cacik Recipes
**Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Turkish cuisine with Cacik, a refreshing and versatile yogurt-based sauce**. Elevate your culinary skills with a diverse selection of Cacik recipes, ranging from the classic cucumber and garlic combination to unique variations featuring roasted red peppers, aromatic herbs, and tangy pomegranate molasses. Discover the versatility of Cacik as a dip for grilled meats, a refreshing salad dressing, or a cooling accompaniment to kebabs and wraps. Embark on a culinary journey and tantalize your taste buds with the delightful flavors of Turkish Cacik.
**Recipes Included**:
- **Classic Cacik**: Master the art of traditional Cacik with this timeless recipe. Fresh cucumbers, garlic, and dill harmoniously blend with creamy yogurt, resulting in a cool and flavorful sauce that perfectly complements grilled meats and vegetables.
- **Roasted Red Pepper Cacik**: Experience a delightful twist on the classic with roasted red peppers. Their smoky sweetness adds depth and complexity to the yogurt sauce, creating a vibrant and flavorful dip that will impress your guests.
- **Pomegranate Molasses Cacik**: Introduce a tangy and fruity element to your Cacik with pomegranate molasses. This luscious sauce adds a burst of sweetness and acidity, making it an ideal dressing for salads and a refreshing accompaniment to wraps and kebabs.
- **Herb-Infused Cacik**: Elevate your Cacik to new heights with a symphony of fresh herbs. From the aromatic flavors of mint and parsley to the delicate touch of cilantro and chives, these herbs infuse the yogurt sauce with a delightful freshness that will leave you craving more.
TURKISH CACIK
A refreshing dish that usually takes place of a plate of salad. Very refreshing on hot summer days. Can be used as an appetizer or as a dip.
Provided by ErOnur
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place yoghurt in a large bowl.
- Add all other ingredients, except salt and water, and mix thoroughly.
- Add water until required consistency is achieved.
- Stir in some salt, taste and add more if required.
- Chill in refrigerator for about two hours before serving.
SPICY LAMB KABOBS WITH TURKISH CACIK
Posting for ZWT 6. If you are looking for a kabob with a kick, this is it! Lamb is marinaded in a spicy blend of herbs, creating a flavorful lamb kabob. Cacik has a million different uses. Use as a dip for kebabs, pita dip, or eat it alone, it has the most fabulous flavor.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Make Cacik: In a mixing bowl, combine cucumbers and garlic. Add salt to taste. Mix in yogurt with wooden spoon. Transfer to serving bowl. Garnish with mint and drizzle olive oil on top. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.
- Prepare skewers by spraying a light coat of cooking oil to prevent sticking. Place lamb and vegetables on skewers. Grill spicy lamb kebabs for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Serve with hummus, baba ghannouj, or turkish cacik, a cucumber yogurt sauce for dipping.
CACIK, TURKISH YOGURT DIP WITH CUCUMBERS AND DILL
There's a wonderful Turkish restaurant I started to frequent, and I tried a dish called cacik. I loved it so much I tried to create a version at home. It's versatile enough to halve or double, and is a great vegetable dip for parties or just to make a little for an afternoon snack with some pitas or crackers. I like this with cucumber slices and warm pitas! The restaurant's recipe used half labne and half plain yogurt, but I used just Greek yogurt and it came out fine. Fresh mint and dill would be optimal though I only had dried on hand. The measurements are guesses since except for the salt, I just eyeballed everything else.
Provided by the80srule
Categories Turkish
Time 10m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Finely dice the cucumber into many little pieces. A food chopper is good for this.
- Mix everything together in a mixing bowl, then serve. Dip usually lasts about 3-4 days in the fridge, though it doesn't survive long around me if there's fresh cucumbers and yummy pitas!
AUTHENTIC TURKISH CACIK
Hi I got this recipe whilst staying in Turkey with my Dad and his friends. I make it all the time and it is a big hit in the summer at barbeques! It's different to the usual recipes where you use cucumber and mint as they tend to have a more Greek/Indian flavour to them. I sometimes use rocket in this dish but it's not necessary, however if you do, use very little ( few leaves finely chopped) as it will taste rather funky!
Provided by CarlyBug
Categories Turkish
Time 3h10m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Roughly tear the watercress using your hands, if you are using rocket then finely chop and mix in with watercress,now thinly line the bottom of your dish with these leaves(casserole dishes are ideal).
- Pour however much Greek yoghurt you would like over the watercress and using a spoon even out the yoghurt.
- Finely chop your garlic. Personal preference as to how much use use as I am a garlic lover and I tend to overdo it but I use 2 medium sized cloves when making it for new tastebuds! Sprinle the garlic evenly over the yoghurt and using the spoon gently mix into the yoghurt layer.
- Now sprinkle a very tiny amount of lemon and lime juice over the Cacik.
- Finally drizzle olive oil over the Cacik and leave to settle for a few hours in the fridge.
- Serve with Kofte, as an appetizer at barbeques or with whatever you fancy. It is also best when you use fresh bread and dip into the Cacik.
CACIK (TURKISH CUCUMBER SALAD)
Steps:
- Peel and dice the cucumber finely and add to the yogurt in a mixing bowl. Stir in the dried mint, salt, and most of the fresh mint. Mince or microplane in the garlic, stir again, and then tip the whole thing into a serving dish. Sprinkle over the last scrapings of chopped mint and drizzle with the oil.
TURKISH CACIK
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Stir in salt to taste. Chill in fridge for about 2 hours before serving.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Use full-fat yogurt for a richer, creamier sauce.
- If you don't have fresh dill, you can use dried dill, but use less of it as it is more concentrated.
- You can also add other herbs to your cacik, such as mint, parsley, or chives.
- If you want a thinner sauce, you can add more water or milk.
- Cacik is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Cacik is a refreshing, flavorful sauce that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you serve it with grilled meats, vegetables, or bread, cacik is sure to be a hit.
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