Thick Yogurt Spread (Haydari)

Ingredients

• 6 cups plain yogurt
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp Turkish red pepper or ground red pepper
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
• Salt
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle
• Toasted pita bread

How to make Thick Yogurt Spread (Haydari)

1. Line a large sieve with a double thickness of cheesecloth and place the sieve over a large bowl.
2. Pour the yogurt into the sieve and loosely cover it with parchment paper.
3. Let the yogurt drain overnight.
4. Transfer the yogurt to a bowl, and add the garlic, Turkish red pepper, and dill.
5. Season with salt.
6. Stir the yogurt gently with a wooden spoon until it’s smooth and creamy.
7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with paprika.
9. Serve with toasted pita bread.
10. ENJOY!