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Tirokafteri | Homemade Spicy Greek Feta Cheese Dip Recipe for Dips and Sandwiches

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Stuffed Peppers with Feta Dip (Tirokafteri)

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, Tirokafteri is a beloved meze, often enjoyed with bread or vegetables. The dish showcases the rich flavors of feta cheese, a staple in Greek cuisine, and is commonly served at gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations of Tirokafteri can be found in many Mediterranean restaurants worldwide, often adapted with local ingredients or spices.

GreekGRappetizer
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 jalapeno pepper
1 clove garlic
3 to 4 tablespoons (50 grams) extra virgin Greek olive oil
300 grams (10 ounces) feta cheese
150 grams (5 ounces) full fat Greek yogurt
red pepper flakes

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat feta

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta is often less expensive and lighter in flavor.

Greek yogurt

🥗Healthier: non-dairy yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Sour cream is more accessible and budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is usually less expensive.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage leaves

Cabbage leaves can be a cost-effective alternative.

1

Loosely chop 1 jalapeno pepper, leaving the seeds in for extra spiciness if desired.

2

Loosely chop 1 clove of garlic.

3

Place the chopped jalapeno and garlic into a food processor.

4

Add red pepper flakes to the food processor.

5

Add 3 to 4 tablespoons (50 grams) of extra virgin Greek olive oil to the food processor.

6

Pulse the mixture a few times until everything is chopped and mixed well, then set aside.

7

Crumble 300 grams (10 ounces) of feta cheese into a bowl.

8

Add 150 grams (5 ounces) of full fat Greek yogurt to the bowl with feta.

9

Mix everything together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

food processormixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

TirokafteriFeta Dip

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