Turkish Cacik
Cacık is a light, refreshing yogurt-based dish made with cucumber, garlic, and herbs. It’s quick to prepare, highly versatile, and an essential part of Turkish cuisine, perfect as a dip, side, or cooling accompaniment.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- dill or mint
- salt pepper
Instructions
- Grate and drain cucumber
- Mix yogurt and base ingredients
- Add cucumber
- Season and adjust consistency
- Chill before serving
Notes:
- Drain cucumber well and chill before serving for best flavor and texture.
Notes
Drain the cucumber thoroughly to prevent a watery consistency. For best flavor, chill the cacık for at least 30 minutes before serving. Adjust the thickness by adding cold water gradually, depending on whether you prefer it as a dip or a lighter, soup-style dish.