Tzaziki

This is a traditional Middle Eastern condiment commonly associated with Greek food, and which is often enjoyed with plain or toasted pita bread. Also it serves as a dip for my Grilled Lamb chops.

Preparation Time : 1 hour

Ready in : 10 minutes

Serves : 4

Ingredients :

2 cups of greek or whole milk yogurt, drained (500 ml)

1/2 medium english cucumber, peeled and grated

pinch of salt

1 small clove of garlic finely chopped

handful of chopped fresh mint

salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.

Method :

• Hang yogurt in sieve or fine mesh strainer over medium bowl. Let stand at least one hour, letting excess liquid drain away.
• Very lightly salt grated cucumber and let hang in same manner
• Combine the thickened yogurt, cucumber, garlic and mint in a medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper
• Just before serving, mix in freshly chopped mint leaves.