GREEK TZATZIKI SAUCE
This is a delicious sauce that can be used in many Greek recipes. We like to use it when making gyros, or other Mediterranean recipes that are wrapped in pitas. It tastes just like the sauce we've had in restaurants such as "Hell's" in Tarpon Springs in Florida. It's a funny name, but the restaurant is known for having some of the best Greek food and Greek pastries in Florida.
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Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place yogurt in a coffee filter or piece of cheesecloth, and place in a strainer over a dish. Let drain for 2-4 hours in the refrigerator. If using Greek yogurt you do not need to drain it, as it is already a thick consistency.
- Meanwhile, put the chopped or grated cucumber in a tea towel and squeeze to remove liquid. Discard liquid. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and mix into the cucumber. Set aside 20 minutes. Rinse a little to wash out the extra salt, if you want to. Then squeeze again to express as much liquid as possible.
- Draining the yogurt and cucumber make for a thick and authentic consistency of tzatziki sauce.
- Combine the drained yogurt and cucumber, sour cream, pinch of salt, olive oil, red wine vinegar, mint and garlic. Note: we love garlic, so I tried adding more once. It made for an overpowering and almost bitter taste, so now I stick to only 1 clove.
- Place sauce in the refrigerator for 1 hour or more to meld flavors. Stir before serving. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Makes 1 1/4 cups.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.7, Sodium 41.2, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4, Protein 2.7
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Marie Bayou
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making my own tzatziki sauce, but I'm so glad I did. It's so easy to make and it tastes so much better than store-bought. I love the fresh flavor of the cucumbers and the tangy flavor of the yogurt. I'll definitely be maki
Nicole Reyes
[email protected]This tzatziki sauce is amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's so versatile, too. I've used it as a dip for vegetables, as a spread for sandwiches, and even as a marinade for chicken. It's always delicious.
Deepa Timilsina
[email protected]This sauce is delicious! It's the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and garlicky. I love that it's made with fresh ingredients, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again!
Abraham Ahmed
[email protected]I've made this sauce several times and it always turns out great. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I love the creamy texture and the tangy flavor. It's the perfect addition to any Greek dish.
Sggdgdy Hhe
[email protected]This sauce is okay, but it's not as good as I was hoping for. I think it needs more herbs and spices. I'll probably try a different recipe next time.
Richard Okon (Richy cool)
[email protected]This recipe is not authentic Greek tzatziki sauce. It's missing some key ingredients and the proportions are all wrong. I would not recommend it.
Amanda Steiner
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong with my sauce, but it turned out really runny. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't come together. Maybe I'll try again another time.
Stacy Hinojosa
[email protected]This recipe is a waste of time. The sauce was bland and watery. I would not recommend it.
Mayesero adam95
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The sauce was too thin and it didn't have much flavor. I won't be making it again.
green committee green house
[email protected]This sauce is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either. I think it needs more garlic and lemon juice.
Mepo James
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of tzatziki sauce, but this recipe is actually pretty good. It's not too garlicky and it has a nice tang to it. I would definitely make it again.
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[email protected]This is the best tzatziki sauce I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love it on everything from gyros to grilled chicken.
Pearl Estrada
[email protected]I made this sauce for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.
Sabrina Mishibinijima
[email protected]This sauce is delicious. It's the perfect balance of creamy and tangy. I love it on gyros and souvlaki.
Sharyar Jutt
[email protected]I love this tzatziki sauce! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the creamy texture and the tangy flavor. It's the perfect addition to any Greek dish.
Nandlal Singh
[email protected]This tzatziki sauce is delicious! It's the perfect addition to any Greek dish. I love the creamy texture and the tangy flavor. It's also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Alberto Padurariu
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making my own tzatziki sauce, but I'm so glad I did. It's so easy to make and it tastes so much better than store-bought. I love the fresh flavor of the cucumbers and the tangy flavor of the yogurt. I'll definitely be maki
Kelsey Bozarth
[email protected]This sauce is amazing! I made it for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. It's so versatile, too. I've used it as a dip for vegetables, as a spread for sandwiches, and even as a marinade for chicken. It's always delicious.
Sami misanthropy Sanitisation
[email protected]I've tried many tzatziki sauce recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so smooth and creamy, with just the right amount of tang. I love that it's made with Greek yogurt, which makes it a healthier option. I will definitely be using this
Muhammad Sahin Aysha
[email protected]This tzatziki sauce is absolutely delicious! It's the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and garlicky. I love that it's made with fresh ingredients, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again!