Initially Turkish Cacık Sosu, this classic sauce is a definite Greek traditional...

Tzatziki Sauce (Simple Homemade)

INGREDIENTS

1. 2 cup (500 ml) Greek or any other thick plain yogurt
2. 1 cup (150 g) seedless English cucumber, unpeeled, well washed in cold water with a brush
3. 8 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
4. 3 tbsp (30 ml) fresh dill, very finely chopped
5. Salt and finely ground pepper to taste

PREPARATION

1. In a bowl, grate the cucumber. Drain well by letting it rest for 1 hour or more in the refrigerator in a mesh sieve or fine strainer.
2. Add the garlic and the yogourt. Mix well. Let rest in the refrigerator for 1 additional hour or more to infuse the garlic taste.
3. Add the salt, pepper and dill. Mix well. Taste and adjust if needed.
4. Serve chilled on or with your favorite food, or freeze for later use (see Notes below).