Let’s prepare Tsakhton, an authentic Ossetian sauce that’s a staple at Caucasian feasts. This sauce is best enjoyed fresh, so it’s recommended to consume it within a couple of days. The spiciness of Tsakhton Sauce can be adjusted to your taste – you can add more garlic and red pepper flakes, or simply use a pinch of black pepper.
Ingredients:
- 100 ml sour cream (20% fat)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 5-6 sprigs of fresh herbs (dill, parsley, cilantro)
- 1/3 tsp. khmeli-suneli
- 1/3 tsp. ground coriander
- A handful of walnuts
- 3 pinches of salt
Instructions:
- Use sour cream with a fat content of about 20%. If possible, use matsoni, a fermented dairy product similar to yogurt. Peel and finely chop the garlic.
- Choose any fresh herbs you like, such as parsley and dill. Wash, dry, and finely chop them.
- Add spices like khmeli-suneli and ground coriander. For a spicier kick, add any type of chili pepper. Salt to taste. You can also add a pinch of ground dried adjika or fenugreek.
- Crack the walnuts and add the kernels to the bowl, chopping them slightly. You can also use walnuts.
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and let the sauce sit for a while. Serve in a sauceboat or small bowl.
Tsakhton sauce is ready! Enjoy!