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Greek garlic sauce

35 min
hard
6 ingredients
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Greek garlic sauce

Greek garlic sauce, also known as Tzatziki, is a very popular traditional accompaniment in the cuisine of Greece and other Mediterranean countries. Its origin dates back to ancient Greece, where yogurt and garlic were combined to create a refreshing and light sauce, ideal for the high summer temperatures. In Latin America, this preparation may vary in name and presentation, but it maintains the essence of a creamy and fresh sauce that enhances the flavors of dishes like grilled meats, salads, and breads.

In some Latin American countries, such as Mexico and Argentina, it is simply known as yogurt and garlic sauce, and it is often served as a dressing for tacos, empanadas, or as a dip for vegetables. Its versatility and flavor make it a healthy and delicious option that has transcended borders, being incorporated into various food cultures with small variations in its ingredients.

How to prepare Greek Garlic Sauce

Chop the cucumber into very small pieces.

Sprinkle them with a little salt.

And let them rest for a few minutes.

This will extract the excess moisture.

Rinse them to remove the salt.

Mash the garlic and mix it with the yogurt.

If you like your sauce thick, strain it through a cheesecloth and use only the thick part that remains.

Finally, mix in the cucumber.

I like to add a lot of pepper and, at the last minute, a little lemon juice.

The main ingredients you will need are yogurt, cucumber, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

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Ingredients (6)

  • Yogurt
  • Cucumber
  • Garlic
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Lemon Juice

Instructions (17 steps)

  1. 1 Chop the cucumber into very small pieces
  2. 2 Sprinkle them with a bit of salt
  3. 3 And let them rest for a few minutes
  4. 4 This will extract the excess moisture
  5. 5 Rinse them to remove the salt
  6. 6 Crush the garlic and
  7. 7 Mix it with the yogurt
  8. 8 If you like your sauce thick
  9. 9 strain it through
  10. 10 a cheesecloth and use only the thick part that remains
  11. 11 Finally
  12. 12 mix the
  13. 13 cucumber
  14. 14 I like to add a lot of pepper and
  15. 15 at the last minute
  16. 16 a bit of
  17. 17 lemon juice

Nutritional Information

Calories: 188 kcal
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fat: 11g
Azúcar: 0g
Sodio: 20mg

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Low Protein Condiments Etc Greek European Dietary Low Sodium Gluten Free Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Free Of Something Low In Something Number Of Servings