labneh

Labneh (or labné) is a tangy, strained yogurt that accompanies almost every Lebanese meal. Traditionally served drizzled with olive oil and paired with bread and olives, making homemade labneh is incredibly simple and delicious.

Ingredients :

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (cow’s milk)

• 1 cup sheep’s milk yogurt

• Salt

Preparation :

Mix both yogurts together and add salt. Pour the mixture onto a fine cloth like cheesecloth or muslin. Tie the corners tightly with a string or elastic and let it drain over a colander in the fridge overnight.

The yogurt will thicken and become creamy, resulting in labneh.

Labneh is traditionally enjoyed drizzled with olive oil, zaatar, and pita bread. For a twist, try it with a mint sauce made from salt, olive oil, and toasted sesame seeds — absolutely divine. It’s also delicious spread on toasted bread with cucumber slices.