📖 Instructions

1. First things first, let’s get that cucumber ready. Give it a good wash, then grate it using a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much of the excess liquid as you can. This step is really important because it stops the tzatziki from being watery.
2. Now, let’s deal with the chipotle peppers. Carefully remove them from the can of adobo sauce. If you are sensitive to spice, you might wanna wear gloves for this step. Chop the peppers finely. Remember, the seeds carry a lot of the heat, so remove them if you prefer a milder flavor. But honestly, a little kick is what makes this recipe special!
3. Next up, mince the garlic cloves. If you don’t have a garlic press, just chop them as finely as you possibly can. Raw garlic can be pretty intense, so make sure the pieces are tiny!
4. Time to gather all your ingredients. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, the squeezed cucumber, chopped chipotle peppers (along with a teaspoon of that smoky adobo sauce – yum!), minced garlic, finely chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and a generous pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
5. Now, mix everything together. Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed and the tzatziki looks creamy and delicious. Don't be afraid to give it a good mix – you want all those flavors to meld together beautifully.
6. Once you’ve mixed everything, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and pop it in the fridge. Let it chill for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to really come together and intensifies the smokiness of the chipotle peppers.
7. Before serving, give the tzatziki one last stir. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Does it need a little more salt? A squeeze of lemon? Now’s the time to make it perfect for your taste.
8. And there you have it! Serve your Chipotle Tzatziki Fiesta with pita bread, veggie sticks, grilled chicken, or even as a topping for tacos. Get creative and enjoy!