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A bowl of Greek Spicy Feta Dip (Tirokafteri) topped with feta cheese and olive oil
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Tirokafteri Recipe (Greek Spicy Feta Cheese Dip)

Tirokafteri is a Greek spicy feta dip made in minutes with feta cheese, yogurt, hot peppers, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Creamy, tangy, and bold.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: feta cheese dip, Greek Feta Dip, spicy feta dip, Tirokafteri, Tirokafteri Recipe
Servings: 24 tablespoons
Calories: 38kcal
Author: Mike Hultquist

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or 2-3 tablespoons for thicker dip)
  • 1-2 hot green peppers jalapeño or serrano, cored/seeded for less heat, roughly chopped
  • 1 small clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for topping
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, for extra heat
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Add feta cheese, Greek yogurt, hot peppers, garlic, olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), oregano, and black pepper to a food processor.
  • Pulse, then process until mostly smooth (stop once it’s creamy, don’t over-blend).
  • Taste and adjust:
    More heat: add more pepper or a pinch of flakes.
    Creamier: add 1-2 more tablespoons yogurt or a drizzle more olive oil.
    Tangier: add a bit more lemon/vinegar.
  • Spoon into a bowl, swirl the top, and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle oregano or black pepper if desired.
  • Serve with pita, toasted crostinis, or crackers.

Notes

Nutritional information estimated without dippers.
Heat Control: Coring the peppers (seeds/membranes) reduces heat a lot.
Texture: For a more rustic dip, pulse and leave small pepper bits.
Roasted red pepper variation: It’s common to add roasted red peppers to tirokafteri. Blend in 2-4 tablespoons drained/patted-dry roasted red pepper for a touch of sweetness and color.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5-7 days. Stir before serving. Let sit 10 minutes at room temp for best flavor/texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.1mg