Did we really just light the eighth candle?
I mean, I know we did, but…really? Already?
I hope you’re still making latkes. I didn’t exaggerate when I wrote this post title — tzatziki really is the best-ever latke topping.
This assumes, of course, that you like sour cream. After all, tzatziki is just glorified sour cream.
The grated cucumber gives this dip a cool, refreshing quality. The scallions and fresh garlic jazz it up. And the dill is the perfect finish. (If you have it in you to check fresh dill, go for it. I usually don’t and just use dried. Still great.)
Whether you prefer regular potato latkes, sweet potato latkes, or even carrot & beet latkes, tzatziki is a winner.
Don’t waste any time now. The candles are burning.
Tzatziki
Yield: About 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 medium or 2 small cucumbers, grated
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp dried dill (or 2-3 fresh)
- 1 cup sour cream
- salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Place grated cucumber in a small mesh strainer and drain as much liquid as possible (this helps avoid a watery dip).
2. Combine all ingredients except salt and pepper in a small bowl and mix well. Taste and season as needed. Garnish with a bit of chopped scallion if you like. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
