Best 4 Labneh Cheese Recipes
Labneh cheese is a soft, creamy cheese made from strained yogurt. It has a tangy, slightly sour flavor and a rich, velvety texture. Labneh is a versatile cheese that can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads and sandwiches to dips and sauces. It is also a popular ingredient in Middle Eastern cuisine. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cheese, labneh is a great option. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious labneh cheese that you can enjoy in many different ways.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
LABNEH (LEBANESE CREAM CHEESE)
This is the Lebanese version of cream cheese, a lot tastier and lower in calories. Serve on a plate, sprinkled with olive oil, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers and mint. Or simply spread it like cream cheese on pita bread.
Provided by LEBANESE
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time P1DT5m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Line a large colander with a cheesecloth. Stir salt into the yogurt, and pour the yogurt into the cheesecloth. Set the colander in the sink or bowl to catch the liquid that drains off. Leave to drain for 24 hours.
- After draining for the 24 hours, transfer the resulting cheese to a bowl. Stir in the olive oil. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 158.5 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
HOW TO MAKE LABNEH (CREAMY YOGURT CHEESE)
A delicious creamy spread made with strained Greek yogurt - perfect as an appetizer, a snack, or, a condiment.
Provided by Marilena Leavitt
Categories Appetizer, Snack
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix the yogurt and the salt. Taste and adjust the seasoning (the flavors will intensify once the whey is separated form the yogurt).
- Line a colander with several layers of cheesecloth and place it over a deep bowl. Transfer the yogurt to the colander, fold the cheese cloth over it, and cover with an inverted plate. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for a minimum of 8 hours, or better, overnight. The longer you leave it the thicker it will become.
- To serve, spoon some of the labneh into a serving bowl, top with toasted pine nuts, za'atar (or your favorite dried herb mixture) and drizzle liberally with extra virgin olive oil. Serve with toasted pita bread and/or sliced veggies.
LABNEH CHEESE
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 8h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For the labneh: stir the salt into the yogurt, then transfer the mixture to a cheesecloth-lined strainer set over a bowl. Gather the ends of the cheesecloth to shape the yogurt into a ball and give it a gentle squeeze. Tie the ends of the cheesecloth into a knot. Tie a few inches of twine to the cheesecloth and suspend it from a small rod or chopstick set over a tall container (make sure the cheesecloth pouch is a few inches above the bottom of the container).
- Place the entire container in the refrigerator to drain. For firm labneh cheese that can be shaped into balls, let sit overnight. (For creamy, softer labneh let it sit only 6 to 8 hours.)
- For the seed and herb coating: after the labneh has drained overnight, mix the sesame seeds, sumac, dried thyme, dried mint, nigella seeds and red pepper flakes together in a shallow dish.
- Oil your hands and shape the cheese into 2 tablespoon-sized balls. Roll each ball in the spice mixture to coat completely and place in a 32-ounce airtight container. Cover the cheese with 2 cups olive oil and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
- Serve with bread, green olives, pickled cucumber, mint leaves, zaatar and red tea.
LABNEH WA ZA'ATAR (SPICED YOGURT CHEESE)
A tasty spiced cheese similar to cream cheese that can be used as a spread over pita, or with cucumber slices, crackers, chips or whatever you like. This is my own za'atar recipe but if you have your own you can use that instead if you like, since mine isn't all that authentic. ;) (The preparation time includes letting the yogurt drain.)
Provided by Leahs Kitchen
Time P1D
Yield 3 Cheese balls, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour 2 cups of yogurt into a white flour sack towel or a few layers of cheese cloth, and squeeze out the whey until you cannot squeeze out any more.
- Place in a strainer over a bowl and refrigerate for about 24 hours squeezing out the whey every six hours or so until it forms a ball and is the consistency of cream cheese.
- Toast the sesame seeds in a small frying pan just until they turn golden; remove from heat.
- Mix together the za'atar spices and toasted sesame seeds in a shallow bowl.
- Divide the cheese into 3 sections and roll each into a ball.
- Roll cheese balls one by one in the spices.
- Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with fresh mint. Enjoy!
Tips for Making Labneh Cheese:
- Choose fresh, high-quality yogurt. Whole milk yogurt will yield a richer, creamier labneh.
- Use a cheesecloth-lined colander or a yogurt maker to drain the yogurt. This will help to remove excess whey and create a thicker, more spreadable cheese.
- Drain the yogurt for at least 12 hours, or up to 24 hours. The longer you drain the yogurt, the thicker the labneh will be.
- Season the labneh to taste with salt, herbs, and spices. Common additions include garlic, dill, mint, and paprika.
- Store the labneh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Labneh cheese is a versatile and delicious cheese that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It can be spread on bread or crackers, used as a dip for vegetables or pita bread, or added to salads and other dishes. With its tangy, creamy flavor and thick, spreadable texture, labneh is a great addition to any meal.
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