Labneh (Lebanese Yogurt) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by straining plain yogurt in a cheesecloth-lined sieve or colander for 24-48 hours in the refrigerator.
• STEP 2.Once the yogurt has thickened and the whey has drained off, transfer the strained yogurt to a bowl.
• STEP 3.Add a pinch of salt and mix well to incorporate.
• STEP 4.Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
• STEP 5.To serve, drizzle the labneh with olive oil and sprinkle with herbs and spices of your choice.
• STEP 6.Serve labneh as a dip with pita bread or use it as a spread in sandwiches and wraps.

Cooking Tips

• Use full-fat plain yogurt for the best results.
• You can add additional flavors to the labneh, such as garlic, lemon zest, or herbs, for extra taste.
• Labneh can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Storage and Serving

• Store labneh in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Serve labneh as a dip with pita bread or use it as a spread in sandwiches and wraps.