Tzatziki (Greek Cucumber-Yogurt Sauce) | Alexandra's Kitchen (2024)

FAQs

Is cucumber raita the same as tzatziki? ›

Though both are dips made with yogurt and cucumber as the main ingredient, Tzatziki is thicker than raita, flavoured with olive oil, garlic, kosher salt & lemon juice. But raita is thinner and does not use any of those but uses cumin powder for flavor.

Tzatziki is a creamy cucumber yogurt dip (or sauce) made from simple ingredients including strained yogurt (or Greek yogurt), cucumbers, garlic, and sometimes fresh herbs such as dill or mint. Traditionally, it is made from strained sheep or goat's milk yogurt, but a full-fat Greek yogurt works just fine in this dip.

Tzatziki is made simply with yogurt, drained cucumber, olive oil, fresh herbs (usually mint or dill), garlic, lemon juice and salt. It's a refreshing chilled sauce, dip or spread.

You can find store-bought tzatziki in the deli section of most grocery stores all year long, so you don't have to worry about it being “in season.” However, if you want to make fresh tzatziki, it will taste best when you use cucumbers in peak season.

The word “tzatziki” is a loanword from modern Greek that has come to define a very specific sauce in Greek American cuisine. It's a yogurt-based sauce that is often served as a dip, dressing, or entire side dish.

Tzatziki is a much healthier choice than ranch dressing. It's lower in calories and fats but still offers key nutrients and vitamins.

Greeks usually eat tzatziki with bread, it is also used for the famous souvlaki wrapped in a pita and ofcourse in gyros. Almost all Greeks love dipping bread and Greek fries in tzatziki that is served at every traditional restaurant.

Tzatziki will last about four days in the fridge before it starts to go bad. While you can freeze it, it will change a bit in regards to texture and consistency when it comes time to thawing it out.

The tzatziki sported a satisfying blend of refreshing and herbaceous flavors. I've tried many store-bought tzatzikis, and Trader Joe's take on the Greek staple was by far the most balanced.

Hannah Tzatziki Greek Style Yogurt Dip, 32 oz | Costco.

What is a substitute for tzatziki? ›

I replace thick sauces like my tzatziki sauce with homemade mayonnaise and coconut milk. Substituting ingredients will take some getting used to, but eventually, it will become second nature.

In South India, especially Kerala and Tamil Nadu, traditional raita is called pachadi, Tayir pachadi. In Eastern Nepal, the dish is known as dahi kakro ( lit. 'yogurt cucumber'), whereas in western regions of Nepal it is known as raito.

Try my hummus, tahini sauce, chipotle sauce, cilantro lime dressing, pico de gallo, tomatillo salsa, or guacamole next!

Raita is sometimes referred to as "dahi".