Tzatziki Mexicano Recipe
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Cooking tools:
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Non-reactive mixing bowl
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Peeler
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoon
- Spoon
- Refrigerator
- Plastic wrap
- Paring knife
- Serving bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt, drained (Greek yogurt is best if you can find it)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 jalapenos (seeded if you wish) or 1/2 serrano pepper, finely minced (seeded if you wish)
- 2 teaspoons fresh Mexican oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced (NOT dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, minced (NOT dried)
- 1/2-2/3 cup cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, seeded and diced small (read *NOTE)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely minced
- olive oil
- cumin
- fresh cilantro
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