Jajek
A satisfying side built around yogurt, dried mint and cucumber β roughly 30 minutes start to finish, and rated easy to make. Below: the ingredients split into pantry staples and a quick shopping list, a built-in serving scaler, and the method in 2 steps.
You'll mainly reach for food processor. At easy difficulty across 2 steps, it's a good one for a busy evening. As written, it's meat-free.
What you'll need
Shopping list (3)
Pantry staples (you likely have these)
π Unit converter
How to make it
- Place yogurt, water, garlic and salt in food processor and process for a few seconds. Transfer to a bowl and mix with mint and cucumber. Best served chilled for a few hours.
- When serving, add a few ice cubes to add additional refreshment! Makes about four servings.
You'll use: Food processor
Tips & common questions
How long does Jajek take to make?
About 30 minutes from start to finish β an estimate based on the 2 steps and 6 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes β use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
Is Jajek vegetarian?
Its ingredients contain no meat or fish, so it's suitable for vegetarians. Check any cheeses for animal rennet if that matters to you.
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Recipe data for Jajek via TheMealDB (open database). Original source. Consomee adds the scaler, ingredient tools, timing and structure β how we source recipes.