Spicy Greek Feta Dip - Tirokafteri
This Spicy Greek Feta Dip, known as Tirokafteri or Htipiti is a creamy, spicy, feta cheese spread that perfectly complements nearly any dish. This simple yet flavorful recipe combines feta cheese, roasted red peppers, and a touch of garlic to create a mouthwatering dip that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 9 oz (250g) Feta cheese
- 1 red pepper (about 4 oz - 120g) , roasted
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 1 tsp (1g) red chili flakes
- 3 tbsp (45g) Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp (30g) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice
Instructions
- Roast the red pepper in a pan, over stove top or oven until the skin blisters. Remove from heat, sprinkle with salt, cover and let it cool.
- Peel the roasted pepper and remove the seeds.
- Place the feta cheese into the bowl of a food processor. Add the roasted pepper, minced garlic, red chili flakes and lemon juice. Process until crumbles.
- Add yogurt and olive oil and continue processing until gets into a thick creamy paste.
- Transfer the feta dip into a bowl.
- Decorate with feta crumbles, fresh parsley, chili flakes and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve with toasted bread, crusty bread or crispy vegetable sticks, like carrots and cucumbers.
- Refrigerate the leftovers. It should be consumed within a few days.
Nutrition
Calories: 1481kcalCarbohydrates: 85.6gProtein: 59.6gFat: 94.9gSaturated Fat: 54.1gCholesterol: 225mgSodium: 3125mgPotassium: 2703mgFiber: 9.7gSugar: 50.5gCalcium: 1574mgIron: 4mg