ISRAELI YOGURT "CHEESE" WITH PITA AND OLIVES

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Israeli Yogurt

Categories     Dairy     Herb     Appetizer     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Yogurt     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cheesecloth
4 cups plain yogurt (do not use low-fat or nonfat)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried summer savory
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Toasted pita bread triangles
Assorted olives

Steps:

  • Set strainer over large bowl. Line strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth, allowing 4 inches to extend over sides of strainer (do not let strainer touch bottom of bowl). Spoon yogurt into strainer. Gather cheesecloth together; fold over yogurt. Refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight (liquid will drain out and yogurt will thicken).
  • Combine sesame seeds, salt, summer savory, cayenne and cumin in small bowl. Open cheesecloth at top. Using rubber spatula, transfer drained yogurt to bowl. Drizzle olive oil over. Sprinkle with sesame seed mixture. Place bowl in center of platter; surround with pita bread triangles and olives.
  • Broil tomatoes until skins begin to split and blacken in spots, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes. Cool. Peel tomatoes. Cut into wedges. Arrange peppers, tomatoes and eggs on platter. Sprinkle with tuna and capers. Mix oil and lemon juice in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad.

vikas kumar
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This was my first time trying labneh and I wasn't a fan. The texture was too thick and the flavor was too sour.


Rana Awais Rajput
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I'm not a huge fan of labneh, but this recipe was pretty good.


Mt brain
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This was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The labneh was delicious!


Eric Moagi
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I found the flavor of the labneh to be a bit bland. I added some salt and pepper to taste and it was much better.


David Nadeau
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing summer meal.


TUGs GAMING
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


amanyire sandra
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's only a few ingredients and it's so flavorful.


Stephen Hurley
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This was my first time making labneh and it turned out great! The texture was perfect and the flavor was delicious.


Toamsworld Tv
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Bonnie Parent
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This is a great recipe! I made it last night and it was a hit with my family.