Turkish Garlic Yoghurt Sauce Recipes

HAYDARI (TURKISH YOGURT DIP)

Steps:

• Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place over a medium bowl. Place the yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain 8 hours or overnight.
• Scoop the drained yogurt into a mixing bowl. Mash the garlic cloves with the salt into a fine paste; mix into the yogurt. Stir the dill, parsley, and cream cheese into the yogurt and garlic mixture. Spread onto a dish and garnish with the mint leaves to serve.

TURKISH GARLIC & YOGHURT SAUCE

Steps:

• Using the side of a kitchen knife, crush together the salt and garlic into a smooth paste. Combine with the yoghurt, olive oil and lemon juice. Add a Tablespoon of water to thin out the sauce a little.
• Tip into a serving bowl and add a couple of grinds of black pepper and a little drizzle of olive oil.

YOGURT GARLIC SAUCE

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients together.
• Chill for at least one hour to let flavors blend.

TURKISH GARLIC YOGURT MARINADE

Steps:

• Place the yogurt in a strainer lined with paper towels. Set the strainer over a large bowl and allow the yogurt to drain for 2 hours in the refrigerator. You can save the resulting whey for drinking. (If you're in a hurry, you can omit this step -- the marinade will be very nearly as rich.)
• Place the drained yogurt in a bowl and stir in the remaining ingredients. The marinade works best used within a few hours of making.
• 2 cups is enough to marinate 2 to 3 pounds of meat.