{"id":"recipe_96cbaa7e70","slug":"ktipiti-spicy-feta-dip","title":"Ktipiti (Spicy Feta Dip)","description":"A classic Greek whipped feta dip, also known as Tirokafteri, featuring roasted red peppers, creamy feta, and a spicy chili kick. Perfect as a spread for pita or a topping for grilled meats.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"200g Feta cheese","name":"Feta cheese","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7,"usUnit":"oz","form":"crumbled","notes":"sheep's milk feta preferred","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 large red bell pepper","name":"Red Bell Pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"red","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":45,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"extra virgin","group":"liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tbsp Greek yogurt","name":"Greek Yogurt","quantity":30,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"creamy","notes":"full fat","group":"base","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tbsp red wine vinegar","name":"Red Wine Vinegar","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"liquids","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 clove garlic, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":1,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/2 tsp dried chili flakes","name":"Chili Flakes","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"dried","notes":"adjust to spice preference","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/4 tsp dried oregano","name":"Oregano","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"dried","notes":"","group":"seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Place the whole red bell pepper on a baking tray and roast for about 15-20 minutes until the skin is charred and blistered.","group":"Prep","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Remove the pepper from the oven and place it in a bowl covered with plastic wrap for 10 minutes. This makes it easier to peel. Peel off the skin, remove the stem and seeds, and finely chop the flesh.","group":"Prep","title":"Remove the pepper from the oven","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a food processor or bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, chopped roasted pepper, olive oil, Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, chili flakes, and oregano.","group":"Assembly","title":"Combine the crumbled feta cheese, chopped roasted pepper, olive oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Pulse or mix until the ingredients are well incorporated but still have a bit of texture from the feta and pepper. Do not over-process into a pure liquid.","group":"Assembly","title":"Pulse or mix until the ingredients are well incorporated but still have a bit…","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Transfer to a serving bowl. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.","group":"Finishing","title":"Transfer to a serving bowl","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For a smoother texture, use a food processor; for a more traditional rustic texture, mash the feta with a fork and finely chop the peppers. If you don't have time to roast fresh peppers, jarred roasted Florina or bell peppers work perfectly.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["roast","noCook"],"equipment":["Oven","Food Processor","Baking Tray","Mixing Bowl"],"diet":["vegetarian","low_carb","high_protein","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":400,"unit":"g","note":"Approximately 1.5 cups of dip"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dip tastes better if made a few hours in advance."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold or at room temperature; do not heat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_96cbaa7e70%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=21a5c1cb-3872-43a6-a281-2ce47ead6487","imageAlt":"Ktipiti (Spicy Feta Dip) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["spicy","cheese","dip","creamy","greek","meze","healthy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Ktipiti (Spicy Feta Dip)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T02:32:26.161Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T02:32:26.161Z","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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