What is Zincica and Cacik?
What is
Žinčica or Žinčice is a drink made of sheep milk whey similar to kefir. It is a by-product in the process of making bryndza cheese.
- It is a dish of seasoned, strained or diluted yogurt, eaten throughout the former Ottoman countries.
- It is similar to tarator in Balkan cuisine.
- It is made of salted strained yogurt or diluted yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, sometimes with vinegar or lemon juice, and some herbs like dill, mint, parsley, thyme etc.
Color
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Zincica and Cacik Flavor
Sour, Sweet
Sour
Zincica and Cacik Aroma
Sour smell
Fresh, Sour smell
Origin
Czech Republic, Poland
Turkey