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Garlic Labneh

Garlic Labneh is a delicious and healthy dip made from Greek yogurt, infused with garlic and lemon, perfect for appetizers or as a spread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 500 g thick Greek yoghurt Use good quality for creaminess.
  • 1 tsp Flakey salt Use a good pinch for thickening.
  • 1 clove garlic Finely grated.
  • 1/2 lemon lemon (juiced) Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Extra virgin is preferred.
Toppings and garnishes
  • to taste Toasted pine nuts For topping.
  • to taste Chopped parsley For garnish.
  • to drizzle tbsp Extra virgin olive oil For drizzling.
  • to taste Sumac Optional, for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lay cheesecloth or thick kitchen roll in a fine mesh sieve and set over a bowl.
  2. Pour the yogurt and a good pinch of salt into the cheesecloth in the sieve.
  3. Use a spoon to move the yogurt around and gently press into the sieve to remove excess water.
  4. Continue this process for about 10-15 minutes until thickened.
Mixing
  1. Transfer the thickened labneh to a bowl.
  2. Finely grate the garlic into the labneh, and add a squeeze of lemon juice along with the olive oil.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serving
  1. Spread the labneh onto a plate and top with toasted pine nuts, chopped parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.
  2. Sprinkle some sumac on top for additional flavor if desired.

Notes

Let it chill in the fridge for a couple of hours for perfect flavor blending. Experiment with toppings like olives or herbs.