Talatouri – A Traditional Cypriot Dip
Talatouri is a creamy, yogurt-based dip from Cyprus, similar to Greek tzatziki but with its own twist. Made with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and fresh mint, it’s light, refreshing, and full of flavor.
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It’s perfect as a dip for veggies or bread, a healthy snack, or a spread for your souvlaki and sandwiches. Easy to make and versatile, Talatouri is a delicious addition to any meal!
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Talatouri Dip
Traditional Cypriot dip, that is called Talatouri, which is also a yogurt based sauce very similar to Greek tzatziki.
Equipment
- Grater
- Garlic presser
Ingredients
- 1-3 Cucumber (if you wish remove the skin and the seed)
- 1-2 Cloves of garlic minced
- 2 cups Strained Yogurt
- 2-3 tbsp Chopped mint or dry mint
- Pintch Salt
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber into a large bowl
- Season with salt and leave aside for 5 minutes.
- Squeeze the cucumber in order to get rid of the excess water.
- In a bowl, add the cucumber, the minced garlic, the yogurt, vinegar, mint, a pinch of salt and stir until all combined.
- Store in the fridge and always serve cold.