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Wednesday, 26 August 2009 08:28

This Greek dip is made with yogurt that is hung in a muslin cloth until it releases all its whey and has a think an creamy consistency. Flavored with garlic, parsley and chilli flakes, makes it a perfect accompaniment. Serve it as an appetizer, along with a meal, spread or just like that, its sure to make your meal linger on.

Tzatziki - Greek Yogurt Dip

Makes: 1.5 cups approximately

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of fresh yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon of chilli flakes
  • Salt to taste

Method
Place the fresh yogurt in a muslin cloth/cheese cloth, tie a knot and hang in an uninterrupted place for about 4 hours, until all the whey has drained out.

Place the thick cream yogurt in a bowl, combilne the oil, parsely, garlic, chilli flakes and salt. whisk well until fluffy.

Serve chilled.

 

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Comments (4)
a bit similar to Mediterranean Labouneh
4 Friday, 11 June 2010 09:19
it is little similar to Labouneh/Labneh
Tzatziki
3 Thursday, 10 June 2010 19:01
Doesn't one chop English cucumber (with skin) and add it to Tzatziki?
@Aruna
2 Tuesday, 20 April 2010 05:07
Thanks aruna, i am sure the viewers will benefit form this. But for people who cant find this product in their part of the world, they have to go through this extra step.
Re.Tzatziki
1 Friday, 09 April 2010 23:05
hi Archana,

very nice site with very good recipes!
For making tzatziki, one can alternatively use plan Greek yogurt that is available in many stores these days and avoid the straining part to save time.

regards,
Aruna
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