Best 5 Moroccan Yogurt Dip Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to Morocco, where flavors dance in perfect harmony. Moroccan cuisine is renowned for its vibrant spices, fresh ingredients, and tantalizing aromas, and the Moroccan Yogurt Dip is no exception. This delightful dip, also known as Labneh, is a staple in Moroccan cuisine, often served as an appetizer or as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats and vegetables. Made with strained yogurt, garlic, cucumber, mint, and a symphony of spices, this dip offers a symphony of textures and flavors. In this article, we will embark on a culinary adventure, exploring variations of this classic dip, including a vegan version for those with dietary restrictions. Get ready to indulge in the creamy richness of yogurt, the crisp freshness of cucumber, the aromatic embrace of mint, and the warm embrace of spices in every bite.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CRISPY BAKED MOROCCAN CHICKEN WINGS WITH YOGURT DIP
Ditch the deep fryer in favor of flavor-packed baked chicken wings coated in Moroccan spices and crisped to perfection atop a foil-lined baking sheet from Kelly Senyei of Just a Taste. Dunk the spiced wings in a refreshing herb yogurt dip made with mint, cilantro, lemon juice and honey.
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with Reynolds Wrap® Non-Stick Foil. Add the chicken wings to a large bowl, drizzle them with the vegetable oil then toss until the wings are thoroughly coated.
- In a small bowl, stir together the paprika, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne, turmeric, salt and pepper. Sprinkle the wings with the spice mixture, tossing until they are coated. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the baking sheet, spacing them apart so that they aren't touching.
- Bake the wings for 40 to 45 minutes until they are cooked through, then transfer them to a serving platter.
- In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, lemon juice, mint, cilantro, honey, salt and pepper. Taste and season the dip with additional salt and pepper as desired. Serve the wings with the yogurt dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 673.9 mg, Sugar 8.7 g
SPICY MOROCCAN YOGURT MARINADE OR DIP
This is such a tasty sauce! It's our favorite way to flavor baked salmon; the spices are wonderful and complex, and the yogurt makes the fish butter-tender! I always double this if I'm just cooking for the two of us, and save half for use as a dip with raw vegetables or grainy artisan crackers.
Provided by La Dilettante
Categories Southwest Asia (middle East)
Time 30m
Yield 4 salmon steaks, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix well and pour over salmon (or tuna). Let marinate overnight, and oven-bake or grill. Serve over cous cous of a rice pilaf.
MOROCCAN YOGURT WITH PRESERVED LEMON DIP:
Steps:
- Put the yogurt in a cheesecloth lined strainer over a bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight to drain. Put the drained yogurt in a medium bowl and stir in the cucumber, mint, and lemon. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
MOROCCAN YOGURT DIP
Steps:
- mix all ingredients together.
MOROCCAN YOGURT DIP
Dave brought me a Tajine for my birthday along with a book called 'Moroccan Modern' by Hassan M'souli. Prep time does not include time to drain yoghurt.
Provided by Jewelies
Categories Moroccan
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place yoghurt into a muslin-lined sieve over a bowl, cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
- Do not squeeze but discard liquid for yoghurt.
- Cut the cucumber in half lengthways.
- Scoop out and discard the seeds, coarsely grate the flesh.
- Place into a medium bowl with the yoghurt, and stir through the remaining ingredients.
- Serve with flat bread, as a dipping sauce for vegetables, or as a side dish.
Tips
- For a thicker dip, use Greek yogurt or labneh (strained yogurt).
- If you don't have cucumbers, you can use radishes, carrots, or celery.
- To make a vegan version of the dip, use plant-based yogurt and omit the honey.
- Serve the dip with pita bread, vegetables, or crackers.
- Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Conclusion
Moroccan yogurt dip is a delicious and refreshing dip that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or snack. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. The next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful dip, give this Moroccan yogurt dip a try.
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