Jul 09 2026
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Tirokafteri Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Lightly Spiced Feta Cheese Spread With Hot Peppers (Served With Pita)

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Ingredients

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Cheese Spread

For Serving

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Peppers

    Roast the red bell pepper and hot chili pepper over an open flame or in the oven until charred. Let them cool, peel off the skins, and remove the seeds. Chop them finely.

  2. 2

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the feta cheese, cream cheese, roasted peppers, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.

  3. 3

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.

Serving

  1. 4

    Serve

    Transfer the spread to a serving bowl. Serve with warm pita bread on the side for dipping.

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