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Syrian Yogurt Labania

Cultural Context

Originating from the Levant region, Labania is a staple in Syrian cuisine, often enjoyed as a refreshing dip or spread. Traditionally made from strained yogurt, it embodies the region's love for dairy and fresh ingredients. In modern times, Labania is celebrated worldwide, often served at gatherings and enjoyed with various accompaniments.

SyrianSYside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 liters goat's milk
1/2 cup yogurt with active bacterial culture
2 teaspoons salt
extra virgin olive oil
tomato slices
cucumber slices
olives
za'atar
toasted pine nuts

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and creamier, while sour cream is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more convenient, while omitting herbs saves money.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: none

Garlic powder is a convenient alternative.

1

Pour 4 liters of goat's milk into a pot and heat on medium to medium-low.

2

Stir occasionally until it reaches a boil, then turn off the heat and cover.

3

Cool the milk down to 115 to 125 degrees Fahrenheit.

4

Add 1/2 cup of yogurt to 1 cup of warmed milk and mix well.

5

Add the yogurt mixture to the pot of milk and mix thoroughly.

6

Wrap the pot in a blanket and let it sit for 12 to 18 hours to incubate.

7

After 18 hours, check the yogurt for thickness.

8

Sterilize a large piece of butter muslin fabric by boiling it for 15 minutes.

9

Scoop the yogurt into a colander lined with the muslin and let it drain for 18 to 24 hours.

10

Transfer the strained yogurt (labneh) to a bowl and mix in 2 teaspoons of salt.

11

Plate the labneh and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.

12

Decorate with tomato slices, cucumber, olives, za'atar, and toasted pine nuts.

Cooking Techniques

strainingmixing

Equipment Needed

potthermometerblanketcolanderbutter muslin fabricmeasuring cupladlebowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

LabnehLabaniaLebanese Yogurt Cheese

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