CHILLED YOGURT AND CUCUMBER SOUP (CACIK)

Chilled Yogurt and Cucumber Soup (Cacik) image

Provided by Mikekey *

Time 2h25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 small cucumbers, peeled
salt
3 c plain yogurt
2 clove garlic, crushed
2 Tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
3 Tbsp olive oil
1 c ice water
ground white pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
thin slices cucumber, for garnish
mint sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

1. Remove seeds from cucumbers, if they are large, otherwise leave the small seeds. Shred the cucumber and mix in about a teaspoon of salt. Let stand in colander for 20 minutes to drain.
2. Transfer to a large bowl and add yogurt, garlic, mint, dill and oil. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
3. Just before serving add enough ice water to thin soup to desired consistency. Season with salt and paper to taste.
4. Serve in small bowls or cups and garnish with cucumber slices and mint sprigs.