Easy Tirokafteri Recipe (Greek Spicy Feta Dip)

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Easy Tirokafteri Recipe (Greek Spicy Feta Dip)

Easy Tirokafteri Recipe (Greek Spicy Feta Dip) is a bold, creamy spread made with feta, roasted red peppers, and Greek yogurt for the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory flavors. This Greek dip recipe takes just 5 minutes to blend together, making it a quick and easy appetizer for parties, mezze platters, or a flavorful snack.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Greek

Servings:

Calories: 250kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

Food processor or Mixing bowl and Potato Masher
Serving Bowl
Measuring Spoons and Cups

Ingredients

16 ounces feta cheese
¾ cup Greek yogurt whole milk, plain
⅓ cup olive oil reserve some to drizzle over the top of dip
8 ounce jar roasted red peppers drained
2-3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste

Garnish

paprika
Kalamata olives

Instructions

In a food processor, combine crumbled feta, Greek yogurt, roasted red peppers, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Slowly drizzle the olive oil into the food processor through the feed tube while it is running, ensuring a steady and gradual stream for emulsification.
Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed for even blending.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more cayenne pepper for extra heat if desired.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or plate, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Drizzle some olive oil over the top of the dip.
Garnish with small crumbled feta, a sprinkle of paprika, and Kalamata olives.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Storage Store leftover tirokafteri in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Freeze This dish is not freezer-friendly.

Reheat No reheating necessary.

Substitutions

Roasted Red Peppers: Try sun-dried tomatoes or grilled eggplant.
Greek Yogurt: Swap with sour cream or add a little cream cheese for a richer dip.
Cayenne: Use red pepper flakes or red chili pepper as an alternative.

Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition information is only an estimate

Nutrition