Cac?k (Creamy Yogurt with Garlic, Lemon, Cucumber & Mint)

A refreshing, delicious and light addition to compliment grilled meats, salads or just simply served as a classic meze (appetizer).

I have had the pleasure or eating Cac?k numerous times and what I have found is that no recipe tastes the same. In culinary school, we made it with a thick yogurt and most of my colleagues ate it as a side item. Some of my friends prepare it with yogurt and water to make it literally the consistency of a soup and it is eaten as so. The store bought variety is somewhere in between but lacks the burst of freshness from the lemon, garlic and using fresh mint. 

My recipe is a bit different from them all. I use a thick yogurt but then I really infuse it with the fresh flavors of the lemon, garlic and mint that makes it undeniably delicious. Quite frankly, I love Cac?k with grilled meats or to dip toasted bread. Yum! 

Here’s the recipe:

Cac?k (Creamy Yogurt with Garlic, Lemon, Cucumber & Mint)

• 1 c thick yogurt (Suzme, Greek or your favorite strained yogurt) 
• 1/3 c finely chopped cucumber
• 1/2 lemon (juiced)
• 2 T finely chopped fresh mint + a sprig for garnish
• 1 large garlic clove (crushed)
• salt (to taste)

Preparation:

In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth. 

Add in the lemon juice and salt and whisk again.

Stir in the cucumber, garlic and fresh mint. Taste to see if more salt is needed.

Serve & Enjoy!

Afiyet Olsun!

Photos & Recipe by EE Winkler

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