Labneh

Labneh is a Middle Eastern thick yogurt spread that is perfect for dipping fresh pita or vegetable sticks.

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 5 min, plus 24-36 hours

Cooking Time: 0 min

Total:  1-2 days

Ingredients

2 cups plain goat's milk yogurt
2 cups plain cow's milk yogurt
1/2 tsp. coarse sea salt

Directions

1. In a bowl, stir together yogurts and salt.
2. Line another deep bowl with a cheesecloth or use a yogurt strainer. Transfer yogurt mixture into the cheesecloth and bring edges together, forming a tight bundle. Tie with a string or elastic band. Hang bundle over bowl and place in the fridge. Allow yogurt to drain for 24-36 hours, emptying the liquid in the bowl as needed.
3. The yogurt will become think and quite dry, although the centre will still be creamy.
4. Spread on a plate, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with oregano or zatar and serve with fresh pita or vegetable sticks.

Recipe from Ottolenghi's Jerusalem (2012).