Description
Crispy homemade pita fries paired with a refreshing and creamy tzatziki sauce make for an irresistible snack or appetizer. This quick and easy recipe uses simple Mediterranean ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying dish perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Pita Fries
- 3 medium pitas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Greek seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup cucumber, grated using large holes of a box grater
- ¼ cup shallot or red onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh mint, finely chopped and packed
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill, finely chopped and packed
- â…› teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Pita Fries: Cut the 3 medium pitas into ½-inch wide strips to create the fries. Toss the pita strips evenly with 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon Greek seasoning, and ¼ teaspoon dried oregano until they are well coated.
- Cook the Pita Fries: Bake the seasoned pita strips in a preheated oven until they become crispy and golden brown. This process usually takes around 8-10 minutes at 375°F (190°C), but watch closely to avoid burning.
- Mix the Tzatziki Sauce: While the pita fries cook, combine 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt, 1 cup grated cucumber, ¼ cup finely diced shallot or red onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons each of finely chopped fresh mint and dill, ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a bowl. Stir well to blend all the flavors.
- Rest the Sauce: Let the tzatziki rest in the refrigerator while the pita fries bake. Resting allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Adjust the lemon juice to taste before serving if needed.
- Serve: Once the pita fries are crispy and golden, remove them from the oven. Serve immediately alongside the chilled tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Grating the cucumber and then squeezing out excess water with a paper towel can prevent a watery tzatziki.
- Use fresh herbs for the most vibrant flavor in the tzatziki.
- Greek seasoning can be substituted with a mix of dried oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and paprika if unavailable.
- Serve pita fries fresh for maximum crispiness as they can soften over time.
- Adjust garlic and lemon juice quantities to your personal taste preferences in the sauce.
