Labneh Balls

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add the salt to the yogurt and mix.
  2. 2Double up the cheesecloth and set it atop a strainer, which is then set atop a bowl.
  3. 3Add the yogurt in the center of the cloth, cover it up well, and place a can of beans atop for weight.
  4. 4Let it sit in the fridge for 48 hours.
  5. 5Squeeze the extra moisture out when forming balls.
  6. 6Roll the strained yogurt into balls.
  7. 7Coat the balls in za'atar and sumac, or any other spices.
  8. 8Add them to a container and cover in olive oil.
  9. 9Store the labneh balls in the fridge for a week.

Ingredients

  • 32 oz plain yogurt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • to taste za'atar
  • to taste sumac
  • pita
  • olive oil

Equipment

cheeseclothstrainerbowlcan of beans (for weight)container

Tips

  • You can strain for 24 hours if you prefer a thinner consistency.
  • Squeeze extra moisture out when forming balls.
  • Store in the fridge for a week.