Description
Feel satisfied with this DIY strained yogurt “cheese” that is so simple to make. Add spices and chilies for rich, tangy flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- A tea towel sized piece of cheese cloth or muslin
- 250g (8.8 ounces) natural or greek yoghurt
- 1/2 clove of garlic, crushed
- 1–2 teaspoons chili flakes of your choice (plus a bit extra for topping)
- 1–2 teaspoons dried dill (as above)
- 1 teaspoon zaatar
- A pinch of salt
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Line a sieve with the cheesecloth, folded to make a double layer.
- Add the yoghurt and remaining ingredients besides the oil and stir well to combine.
- Leave in a fridge overnight over a bowl to drain the excess liquid.
- Grab the corners of the cheesecloth in the morning to form a bag and squeeze the labneh well to drain out any remaining liquid.
- Serve topped with some extra dill, chili flakes, chopped fresh chili if you have it, and olive oil.
- Category: Side, Cheese, Dip