Description
Tirokafteri (Spicy Greek Feta Dip) is a bold and creamy Mediterranean appetizer made with tangy feta cheese, roasted peppers, olive oil, and a touch of spice. This traditional Greek-inspired dip is perfect for serving with warm pita, crusty bread, vegetables, or as part of a mezze platter. Its rich flavor and creamy texture make it an irresistible party favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
For the Tirokafteri Dip
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1–2 tbsp red pepper flakes or chili peppers (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
For Garnishing
- Extra virgin olive oil drizzle
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Fresh oregano
- Chopped parsley
For Serving
- Warm pita bread
- Pita chips
- Crusty bread
- Cucumber slices
- Bell pepper strips
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Drain the feta cheese and roast peppers if using fresh peppers. Prepare garlic and lemon juice.
- Blend the base: Add feta cheese, roasted red peppers, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, black pepper, and chili peppers to a food processor.
- Process until creamy: Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed and adjust the texture with extra olive oil or yogurt.
- Taste and adjust: Add more chili for extra heat, lemon juice for brightness, or salt if needed.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, garnish with herbs and pepper flakes, and serve with pita or fresh vegetables.
Notes
For the best flavor, let the dip rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Use high-quality feta for a richer taste. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: tirokafteri, spicy greek feta dip, greek appetizer, feta cheese dip, mediterranean dip, easy party appetizer