- Too spicy?
- Add more yogurt or cream cheese.
- Pickled peppers?
- Yes, but it will be sourer. Use less vinegar/lemon.
Classic Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip (Tirokafteri)
A tavern staple. The secret is pairing salty feta with roasted peppers: creamy cheese tames the chili heat, while roasting deepens the flavor with smoky-sweet notes. Not just a dip, but concentrated Mediterranean essence.
Ingredients
7
oz
Feta Cheese (firm)
2
Red Chilies (Fresno or similar)
2
tbsp
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1
tbsp
Greek Yogurt
1
tsp
White Wine Vinegar or Lemon Juice
1
pinch
Oregano
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Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet or Grill
- Food Processor
- Sealed container (for steaming peppers)
Allergen Information
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast washed peppers until skin blisters and blackens.
Tip: Black spots = smoky flavor (Maillard reaction).
2
✓
Seal hot peppers in a container/bag for 10 mins.
Tip: Steam loosens the skin.
3
✓
Peel, seed, and dice peppers.
Tip: Leave seeds for heat.
4
✓
Process feta, peppers, oil, yogurt, and vinegar.
Tip: Acid balances fat and highlights sweetness.
5
✓
Blend smooth or mash rustic. Taste; add vinegar if needed.
Tip: Salt is likely unnecessary.
6
✓
Serve with warm pita, oil, and oregano.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 7 oz Feta Cheese (firm)
- 2 Red Chilies (Fresno or similar)
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Greek Yogurt
- 1 tsp White Wine Vinegar or Lemon Juice
- 1 pinch Oregano