Starters & meze

Cucumber Yoghurt (Cacık)

Serves 4

Cucumber Yoghurt (Cacık)

Ingredients

  • ½ cucumber
  • Yoghurt, 1 lt. tub (1¾ pts.) approx.
  • Freeze-dried mint, approx. 1 dessertspoon
  • or fresh mint, finely chopped
  • Salt
  • Olive oil - optional

Method

1

Pour the yoghurt into a large basin. If the yoghurt is thick a little milk can be added. Stir round well. Sprinkle in the mint.

2

Peel and chop the cucumber into tiny pieces. Add to the yoghurt and mint, stir in and add salt to taste. A little olive oil may be swirled in.

3

Serve with curries, or any spicy dishes