Tzatziki by a French Chef! | Chef Jean-Pierre

Greek yogurt

🥗Healthier: strained yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Strained yogurt offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable while maintaining a neutral flavor.

Mix warm water and yeast in a bowl until dissolved.

Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).

Divide the risen dough into equal portions and roll each into a circle.

Place the dough circles on a baking sheet and bake until puffed and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture.

In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and black pepper until well combined.

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