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Tarator - Albanian Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

Here's how you make Tarator - Albanian Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
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  • Servings: 4
  • Prep: 15m
  • Cook: 0m
    • The following recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 7 ounces cucumber (English cucumber, 1 medium, unpeeled)
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 2 cups plain yogurt (full fat, or Greek yogurt)
  • 1/4 cup water, cold
  • 2 tablespoons dill, chopped (fresh)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Grate the unpeeled cucumber into a bowl. Add a bit of salt and mix with your (clean) hands. Let stand for 15 minutes, then press out as much moisture as you can, using a colander. DO NOT RINSE. Return grated cucumber to the bowl.

  • Step 2: Add the garlic, salt, olive oil, and vinegar.

  • Step 3: In a separate bowl, thin the yogurt with a bit of the water. It should be fairly thick - don't make it too thin. You probably won't use the entire 1/4 cup of water.

  • Step 4: Pour the yogurt into the cucumbers and stir to combine. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about an hour before serving.

  • Step 5: To serve, put in small bowls and drizzle a bit of olive oil over the top. Garnish with some fresh chopped dill. Can be used as a dip for raw vegetables or as a sauce for grilled fish or meats.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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