Tirokafteri Recipe (Greek Spicy Feta Cheese Dip)

Ingredients

• 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or 2-3 tablespoons for thicker dip)
• 1-2 hot green peppers (jalapeño or serrano, cored/seeded for less heat, roughly chopped)
• 1 small clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for topping
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar ((or lemon juice))
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Add feta cheese, Greek yogurt, hot peppers, garlic, olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), oregano, and black pepper to a food processor.

2. 2

   Pulse, then process until mostly smooth (stop once it’s creamy, don’t over-blend).

3. 3

   Taste and adjust:More heat: add more pepper or a pinch of flakes.Creamier: add 1-2 more tablespoons yogurt or a drizzle more olive oil.Tangier: add a bit more lemon/vinegar.

4. 4

   Spoon into a bowl, swirl the top, and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle oregano or black pepper if desired.

5. 5

   Serve with pita, toasted crostinis, or crackers.