Tirokafteri (Spicy Feta Dip)
Servings: 4 - 8 people
- 3 roasted (3 roasted) bell peppers jarred or home-roasted peppers.
- 11 ounces (300 grams) feta cheese + 2 oz (50 g) for mashing.
- ⅔ cup (160 grams) Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons (2 tablespoons) olive oil extra virgin.
- 2 tablespoons (2 tablespoons) vinegar
- 1 cloves (1 clove) garlic grated, or more to taste.
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon (1 teaspoon) red pepper flakes more or less to taste.
- To a food processor, add 3 roasted bell peppers, 11 ounces feta cheese, ⅔ cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes.Blend for 2 minutes until creamy.
- In a serving bowl, mash about 2 oz (50 g) feta with a fork for a rich and chunky texture. Stir in the dip.Top with a pinch of oregano, chili flakes, and good olive oil. Serve with crispy pita chips, veggie sticks, or next to grilled foods.To make pita chips, cut pita bread into triangles, toss with a drizzle of olive oil, and toast in the oven/air fryer until crunchy.
SUBSTITUTIONS
- Feta: Substitute non-dairy feta to make dairy-free.
- Greek yogurt: Substitute non-dairy yogurt to make dairy-free.
- Vinegar: You can use apple cider, red wine, or white wine vinegar.
- Boost the Texture: After blending, add extra feta by mashing it with a fork or crumbling it by hand. This creates a richer, chunkier dip with a more satisfying bite.
- Don’t Hold Back on the Vinegar: A generous splash of vinegar is key! It adds the perfect hit of acidity and tang, making the flavors pop and giving the dip that irresistible, crave-worthy mouthfeel.
- Roast Your Own Peppers: For the best flavor, roast bell peppers at home! Bake them in the oven at 430°F (220°C) for 40 minutes or use an air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. Want a step-by-step guide? Check out our full tutorial on how to roast peppers.
- Store leftovers in the fridge in a bowl covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container for 4-5 days.
- The dip will thicken up in the fridge so give it a good whip before serving.
- Not suitable for freezing.
