Is it possible to freeze tzatziki?

Wondering if you can freeze tzatziki? So I ask myself: why… do you have any left over? Ok, let’s assume you’ve prepared a large quantity or just want to stockpile. I’ll tell you if and how you can freeze tzatziki and what you should look out for.

Freezing tzatziki: it’s so easy

In short: yes, you can freeze tzatziki – there’s just one small catch. Freezing may change the consistency of the tzatziki and the ingredients may separate. This is because yogurt and cucumber contain a lot of water, which separates from the fat when frozen. This is why your tzatziki may be a little runnier after defrosting. But this is easy to fix. I’ll show you how to do this under “How to defrost tzatziki properly”.

To freeze tzatziki, follow my simple steps:

1. Pack well: Fill the tzatziki into a freezer bag or an airtight container. It is best to label it so that you know when you have frozen the portion.
2. Freeze in small portions: This way you only defrost as much as you need and avoid having to throw anything away at the end.
3. You can then freeze the airtight tzatziki in the freezer .

What is the shelf life of frozen tzatziki?

Your tzatziki will keep in the freezer for around 2 to a maximum of 3 months. After that, the taste and consistency will deteriorate.

How to defrost tzatziki properly

It is best to leave the frozen tzatziki to defrost slowly in the fridge. If it has separated a little, stir it well again before eating. If the defrosted tzatziki is too runny, you can thicken it again with a spoonful of Greek yogurt. If you need it quicker, you can also defrost the frozen tzatziki in a bain-marie.

My tip: After defrosting, the flavor may diminish slightly. If this happens, simply season it again. A dash of lemon juice, salt and pepper work wonders!

To be able to freeze tzatziki, you first need the best tzatziki recipe. By the way: I’ll also be happy to tell you how to freeze hummus .

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