Greek yogurt

στραγγιστό γιαούρτι / straggisto giaourti · Greek yogurt

Flavor and role

Thick, strained yogurt with the whey removed; high in protein and rich. Good for sauces and dips.

Typical dishes and uses

Souvlaki with tzatziki, Turkish yogurt pasta, labneh

Substitutes

Strain plain yogurt in cheesecloth for 2-4 hours to make Greek yogurt (400 g → about 200 g).

Storage

Refrigerate and eat within 5-7 days of opening.

Main countries

Greece · Türkiye · United States

Used in this book

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