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Haydari Recipe | Turkish Yogurt Feta and Herb Dip

Turkish Yogurt Feta and Herb Dip

Haydari is a thick Turkish meze dip made with strained yogurt, white cheese, garlic, dill, mint, olive oil, and a little lemon. It is tangy, salty, cooling, and herbaceous, with a dense texture that holds well on bread. Serve it with warm flatbread, grilled vegetables, lamb kebabs, chicken skewers, or a meze table.

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Haydari Recipe

Turkish Yogurt Feta and Herb Dip

Haydari is a thick Turkish meze dip made with strained yogurt, white cheese, garlic, dill, mint, olive oil, and a little lemon. It is tangy, salty, cooling, and herbaceous, with a dense texture that holds well on bread. Serve it with warm flatbread, grilled vegetables, lamb kebabs, chicken skewers, or a meze table.

TypeDips
Prep15 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Rest30 minutes
Total45 minutes
YieldAbout 320 g
Servings8
Serving40 g
DifficultyEasy
CuisineTurkish

Ingredients

Batch

Instructions

Serving Ideas

  • Serve with warm Turkish bread, pita, or crisp vegetables.
  • Pair with grilled lamb, chicken, kofta, or roasted peppers.
  • Add to a meze platter with olives, tomato salad, and eggplant dishes.

Chef Tips

  • Use strained yogurt so the dip stays thick.
  • Mash the cheese well for a creamy texture.
  • Rest before serving so the garlic and herbs blend into the yogurt.

Storage

Store refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Stir before serving.

Allergen Notes

Contains dairy. Naturally egg-free, nut-free, and gluten-free.

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