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Crispy Red Lentil Crackers with Homemade Labneh

These Gluten Free Crispy Red Lentil Crackers paired with Homemade Labneh offer a delicious and healthy snack perfect for gluten intolerant individuals or those looking to try something new.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Labneh
  • 1 quart yogurt (6-10% fat) Choose yogurt with good fat content for richer labneh
  • 7 ounces sour cream
  • 1 flat teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 pieces cheesecloths Used for straining the labneh
For the Crackers
  • 1.5 cups red lentil flour Ensure flour is gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 flat teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or za’atar
  • ⅔ cup hot water To be added to dry ingredients
  • ¼ cup olive oil For added richness
  • 1 flat teaspoon baking powder

Method
 

Preparation of Labneh
  1. In a bowl, mix the yogurt, sour cream, salt, and lemon juice.
  2. Line a strainer with one cheesecloth and place it over a bowl.
  3. Pour the yogurt mixture into the lined strainer.
  4. Fold the cheesecloth over the mixture and let it drain in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours. The longer it drains, the thicker it will get.
Preparation of Crackers
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the red lentil flour, sesame seeds, sweet paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley or za’atar.
  3. Add the hot water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir to combine everything.
  4. Add the baking powder and mix again until smooth.
  5. Spread the dough thinly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crackers are crispy and golden.

Notes

Store the crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Keep the labneh in the refrigerator for about two weeks. Experiment with various seasonings and herbs for different flavors.