Tyrokafteri ( Hot Cheese dip or spread)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14

Delightful Tyrokafteri (Hot Cheese Dip or Spread) to spice up your snack game

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

235

Sugar

Fat

23g

Tyrokafteri, also known as Spicy Feta Dip or Spread, is a popular appetizer in the Mediterranean cuisine, especially in Greece. It is a creamy, tangy, and spicy dip made from feta cheese, cream cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, and roasted red peppers, with the addition of Tabasco sauce or chili flakes for a spicy twist. This dip can add an exotic touch to your party or snack time, and it pairs well with raw vegetables, crackers, pita chips, or toasted bread slices. Try this recipe for a delightful and easy-to-make version of Tyrokafteri that will surely impress your guests and your palate!

Instructions

1.	In a blender, combine the cream cheese, crumbled feta, lemon juice, white pepper, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
2.	Add the diced roasted red peppers and Tabasco sauce (or chili flakes), and pulse until the peppers are chopped and the dip is mixed.
3.	Chill the dip in the fridge for 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
4.	Serve the dip with vegetables, crackers, pita chips, or bread slices for dipping.

PROS

This dip is rich, creamy, and spicy, with a tangy kick from the lemon juice.

It is very easy to make with a blender.

The dip is versatile and can be served with a variety of dipping choices.

CONS

This dip is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The dip may be too spicy for some people’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dip may not be very healthy in large quantities, it can be a good source of protein and calcium from the cheese.
Red peppers are rich in vitamins C and A, and may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
Tabasco sauce and chili flakes may have metabolism-boosting and pain-relieving properties.

	1 package cream cheese
	1 lb feta , crumbled
	1 cup lemon juice
	1/4 teaspoon white pepper
	3/4 cup olive oil
	4 roasted red peppers , diced
	2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce or 2 teaspoons chili flakes