Description
Learn how to make delicious Labneh at home with this easy recipe. Labneh is a creamy, tangy strained yogurt cheese popular in Middle Eastern cuisine. Enjoy it as a dip, spread, or garnish with olive oil and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 4 cups full-fat plain yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- olive oil for drizzling
- fresh herbs like za’atar, thyme, or mint for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Yogurt and Salt: In a mixing bowl, stir the yogurt and salt until well combined.
- Strain Yogurt: Line a fine mesh sieve or colander with cheesecloth, pour the yogurt mixture, and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours.
- Transfer and Garnish: After straining, transfer the labneh to a dish, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with herbs.
- Serve: Use as a dip with pita bread, veggies, or as a spread.
Notes
- Use full-fat yogurt for best results.
- Strain longer for a thicker consistency.
- Save whey for other recipes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 to 48 hours (straining time)
- Category: Dairy, Dip
- Method: Straining
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
