Description
Tirokafteri, a delightful Greek spicy feta dip, is the perfect blend of creamy and zesty flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean. This vibrant dip is made with tangy feta cheese, sweet roasted red peppers, and a kick of chili heat. Ideal for any occasion, Tirokafteri pairs beautifully with pita chips, fresh veggie sticks, or as a flavorful spread on sandwiches. Quick to prepare and incredibly versatile, it’s a crowd-pleaser that adds a touch of Greek flair to your gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g block of feta cheese
- 140g jarred roasted red peppers (drained)
- 1–2 red chili peppers
- 1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1 garlic clove
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine feta cheese, drained roasted red peppers, olive oil, red apple vinegar, garlic, and red chilies.
- Blend until smooth and creamy; scrape down the sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust spice levels if necessary by adding more chili.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with optional feta cheese, parsley, red pepper flakes, and olive oil.
- Serve with pita chips or fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg