Authentic Turkish Cacik Recipes

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TURKISH CACIK RECIPE



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This Turkish cacik recipe uses plain yogurt, cucumber and mint and is so easy to make at home.

Provided by Ayngelina Brogan

Categories     Turkey

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups whole fat plain yogurt
2 whole english cucumbers, peeled and small diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp Kosher salt
1 tsp dried mint or 1 tablespoon fresh mint
1 tsp dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh dill
1 tablespoon high quality olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional
1/2 teaspoon ground sumac, optional

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt with cucumber, garlic, salt, mint and dill. (Lemon juice optional). Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavours to blend.
  • If you'd like a thinner, soup-like dip add water until you reach desired consistency.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sumac (optional) to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 3 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 3 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 191 grams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

CACIK (TURKISH TZATZIKI)



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Provided by Vidar Bergum

Categories     Vegetarian

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 clove of garlic, crushed to a paste with a little salt
500 g (18 oz) Greek or Turkish yoghurt
2 tsp dried mint
300 g (10 oz) Persian cucumbers, partly peeled and finely chopped
c. 200 ml (c. ⅘ cup) ice cold water (optional)
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, to serve
fresh mint, to serve
salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix the garlic, yoghurt and mint. Gently add the cucumbers and season well with salt.
  • If serving as a dip, add to your serving bowl and top with extra virgin olive oil and some fresh mint. Serve immediately, or as soon as possible.
  • If serving as a soup, add water until you reach the desired consistency. Transfer to 4 small bowls, topping with a little extra virgin olive oil and fresh mint and serve immediately.

TURKISH CACIK (YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIP)



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This is a great recipe for a traditional yogurt and cucumber dip or sauce, flavored with garlic and fresh mint or dill.

Provided by Saad Fayed

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cucumbers (peeled and grated)
16 oz. yogurt ( plain , cold)
2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
1 tablespoon mint (fresh, chopped, or dill)
Salt to taste
Garnish: drizzle of olive oil

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a mixing bowl , combine the grated cucumbers and minced garlic. Add salt to taste.
  • Mix in the yogurt with a wooden spoon, and transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Garnish with the mint or dill, and drizzle olive oil on top. Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 114 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 3 g, ServingSize 16 ounces (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TURKISH CACIK



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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

2 cups plain yogurt
3 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced very small
2 cloves garlic, diced very small
salt
2 tablespoons ground and dried mint
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

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.

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