{"id":"haydari_3fdc2dc492","slug":"haydari","title":"Haydari","description":"A thick, creamy Turkish meze made with strained yogurt, feta cheese, fresh dill, and fragrant mint-infused olive oil. This refreshing sauce is perfect for dipping warm pita or serving alongside grilled meats.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g strained yogurt (Süzme yoğurt)","name":"Yogurt","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"strained","notes":"thick Greek-style or Süzme","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"50g feta cheese, crumbled","name":"Feta cheese","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.7,"usUnit":"oz","form":"crumbled","notes":"","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 garlic cloves, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":2,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped","name":"Dill","quantity":15,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"finely chopped","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 teaspoon dried mint","name":"Mint","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"dried","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 tablespoons olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"extra virgin","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":3,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the dried mint and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.","group":"Preparation","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a medium mixing bowl, mash the crumbled feta cheese with a fork until it becomes a paste-like consistency.","group":"Mixing","title":"Mash the crumbled feta cheese","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the strained yogurt, minced garlic, finely chopped dill, and salt to the bowl with the mashed feta. Mix thoroughly until the cheese is well incorporated into the yogurt.","group":"Mixing","title":"Add the strained yogurt, minced garlic, finely chopped dill, and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Pour the cooled mint-infused olive oil into the yogurt mixture and stir well to combine.","group":"Mixing","title":"Pour the cooled mint-infused olive oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop. Garnish with a sprig of dill or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.","group":"Serving","title":"Cover and refrigerate","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Using high-quality, thick strained yogurt (Süzme yogurt) is essential for the right texture. If you can't find it, you can strain regular whole milk Greek yogurt through a cheesecloth for a few hours. Chilling the Haydari for at least 30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld beautifully.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["noCook","saute"],"equipment":["small skillet","mixing bowl","fork","garlic press"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_carb","keto","high_protein"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":550,"unit":"g","note":"Approximately 2 cups of dip"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Haydari can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Stir well before serving as some liquid may separate.","reheatingNotes":"Serve chilled; do not heat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fhaydari_3fdc2dc492%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=6cada5cf-05cb-4e7c-8a86-c67d84d8fecf","imageAlt":"Haydari — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["dip","yogurt","turkish","meze","healthy","keto","vegetarian","easy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Haydari","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T02:33:51.781Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T02:33:51.781Z","related":[{"id":"ac_l_ezme_d064be0373","slug":"acili-ezme","title":"Acılı Ezme","description":"A classic Turkish spicy vegetable salad and condiment featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions, balanced with the tang of pomegranate molasses and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fac_l_ezme_d064be0373%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac6fc624-4435-4cfa-9991-d45441036707","imageAlt":"Acılı Ezme — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","dip","vegetable","healthy","turkish","mezze"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2f05621352","slug":"bouyiourdi-greek-baked-feta","title":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta)","description":"A traditional Greek meze featuring salty feta cheese baked until melted with juicy tomatoes, spicy peppers, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2f05621352%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fd6db74e-cfd9-46b5-aa96-6e0e76c26c9a","imageAlt":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta) — recipe cover","tags":["feta","baked cheese","greek meze","spicy","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_66184712aa","slug":"creamy-homemade-hummus","title":"Creamy Homemade Hummus","description":"A silky, rich, and authentic Mediterranean chickpea dip blended with nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. 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