Tzatziki (Cacik)

This is a recipe for Turkish cacik from Rick Stein's Venice to Istanbul, but it's what we use for tzatziki. It is easy and great!

Tzatziki

1 English cucumber, peeled, deseeded and grated
1 tsp salt
500 g greek yogurt
1 tsp lemon juice
I garlic clove, grated
1 tbsp chopped dill
1 tbsp chopped mint leaves
1/2 tsp cumin


Mix grated cucumbers with salt and set aside for 10 minutes. Drain cucumbers, then squeeze between paper towel to remove excess liquid.
Add cucumber to yogurt then stir in remaining ingredients.
Season to taste with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with cayenne before serving.