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Tirokafteri recipe: Spicy Greek feta dip

Published February 22, 2022 | Updated September 24, 2022 | By Mandy & Jane

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A delicious combination of feta cheese, chili peppers, and roasted red peppers make this tirokafteri recipe irresistible. We first enjoyed this Greek feta cheese dip in Greece many years ago as part of a mezze, it really stood out to us, and since then we’ve been making our own recipe inspired by this traditional Greek dip.

Close up of half a bowl of Greek feta cheese dip, with triangles of pita bread.

Why you’ll love this Greek feta cheese dip

  • This feta dip is so easy to make, it’ll be ready in just 5 minutes!
  • If you like spicy sauces, then you’ll love this dip!
  • Tirokafteri, or spicy feta dip, is perfect for a party, summer BBQ, or family gatherings.
  • All of the ingredients are 100% vegetarian.

Ingredients you’ll need

Ingredients needed olive oil, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, garlic, red wine vinegar, and a red chili pepper.

How to make tirokafteri with step-by-step instructions

Making our tirokafteri recipe is easy if you follow our simple instructions.

A full printable recipe along with the measurements in both US customary and metric is available in the recipe card below.

Place feta cheese, red chili pepper, roasted red peppers, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and garlic in your food processor, secure the lid, and blitz until smooth.

Process shot, place ingredients in a food processor.
Add feta cheese, red chili pepper, roasted red peppers, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and garlic to a food processor.
Process shot, blitz until smooth.
Blitz until smooth.

Once blitzed, place in a serving bowl, garnish with freshly chopped red chili peppers or crushed red pepper flakes, and extra crumbled feta cheese.

Enjoy your spicy Greek feta dip!

Recipe notes and expert tips

  • Out of fresh red chili peppers?
    You can substitute with crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Like it thinner?
    If you like a thinner dip, then add Greek yogurt, adding a spoonful at a time until you get your preferred consistency.
  • Spice it up
    If you really like your food spicy, then add extra chili pepper, cayenne pepper, or red pepper flakes, we advise adding a little at a time and tasting often!

This whipped feta dip tastes as good as it looks. Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor.

What do I serve tirokafteri with?

Spicy cheese tirokafteri is perfect when served as part of a mezze platter.

Tzatziki, hummus, salad, vegetarian grilled meats, cheese platter, kalamata olives, carrot sticks, celery, warm pita bread, and crusty bread all are great to serve tirokafteri with.

Even though tirokafteri is great with other dishes, we quite often just eat it with freshly made pita bread – it’s one of those Greek recipes that is so good!

Tirokafteri – what is it?

Tirokafteri, or tyrokafteri, is a Greek dish, and as with many traditional recipes, each region of Greece has its own version of this Greek feta cheese dip.

Tirokafteri is commonly made with variants that include feta cheese, roasted peppers, hot peppers, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Greek yogurt, and garlic.

Do I need to roast my own peppers?

No, not at all, when we make our tirokafteri we use store-bought roasted red peppers.

Roasting your own peppers is great, they taste delicious and if you’ve got the time, then sure, why not?

But not everyone has the time, so cut yourself some slack and use store-bought on this occasion, no one will notice the difference and this spicy feta cheese dip will still taste sensational!

What is feta cheese?

Feta cheese is a Greek cheese, it’s made from either entirely sheep’s milk or a combination of goat and sheep milk.

It’s a little salty and tangy and has a crumbly texture.

Someone holding crusty bread piece full of tirokafteri.

Make it vegan

The only ingredient in our spicy Greek feta dip that’s not suitable for vegans is the feta cheese, so simply replace it with a vegan-friendly feta cheese alternative.

Want to turn tirokafteri into a dressing?

This feta dip is so good that it’s very possible that you’ll want to use it as a dressing.

This recipe is too thick for a dressing as is, but if you a little water or natural yogurt, a little bit at a time until you get your preferred consistency, then it’ll work great drizzled over salads.

Great for a picnic

Our spicy Greek feta dip is perfect for a summer picnic, keep it chilled in a sealed container and then eat it with cooked pita bread, bruschetta, or vegetable sticks.

How do I store it?

Our tirokafteri Greek feta dip stores well, just put it in a sealed container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Do I need any special equipment to make this?

You’ll need a food processor to properly blitz the ingredients together for this Greek feta cheese dip.

A delicious bowl of spicy Greek feta dip tirokafteri, with pita bread, carrots and celery.

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If you enjoy our irresistibly delicious tirokafteri Greek feta dip, then you should give these easy recipes a try!

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We hope you enjoy making and eating our spicy Greek feta dip and would love to hear how you got on with making it.

Please leave a comment below and if you have any questions, then feel free to ask.

Close up of a bowl of tirokafteri.
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Tirokafteri recipe: Spicy Greek feta dip

Mouthwateringly delicious, our tirokafteri spicy Greek feta dip can be made in just 5 minutes. Bursting with flavor, this will be your new favorite! Perfect as part of a mezze platter, eat with tzatziki, pita bread, olives, carrots, celery, and a cheeseboard. This delicious dip is perfect for parties, picnics, or on its own!
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Servings8
Calories131
Course: Dips
Cuisine: Greek
Author: Mandy Applegate | Splash of Taste
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Utensils

Food processor

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Feta cheese
  • 1 Red chili pepper plus extra for garnish
  • 2 small Roasted red peppers
  • 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Garlic clove
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Place feta cheese, red chili pepper, roasted red peppers, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and garlic in your food processor, secure the lid, and blitz until smooth
    2 cups Feta cheese, 1 Red chili pepper, 2 small Roasted red peppers, 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar, 2 tbsp Olive oil, 1 Garlic clove
  • Once blitzed, place in a serving bowl, garnish with freshly chopped red chili peppers or crushed red pepper flakes, and extra crumbled feta cheese. Enjoy your spicy Greek feta dip!

Notes

  • Out of fresh red chili peppers?
     You can substitute with crushed red pepper flakes
  • Like it thinner?
     If you like a thinner dip, then add Greek yogurt, adding a spoonful at a time until you get your preferred consistency
  • Spice it up
     If you really like your food spicy, then add extra chili pepper, cayenne pepper, or red pepper flakes, we advise adding a little at a time and tasting often!
  • Make ahead
     Store your feta cheese dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 534mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 252IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 181mg | Iron: 1mg

Disclaimer

Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.

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  1. lynn polito says

    February 22, 2022 at 4:06 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! This recipe is SO flavorful!!

    Reply
    • Mandy from Splash of Taste says

      February 22, 2022 at 5:14 pm

      We’re so pleased you like it!

  2. Sherry Ronning says

    February 23, 2022 at 5:07 am

    5 stars
    I made your Tirokafteri recipe – Spicy Greek feta dip and used it as part of a Charcuterie board that I put together. My guests keep asking for this dip recipe so I gladly sent them to your website.

    Reply
  3. Donna says

    February 23, 2022 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    YUM! This is absolutely going to be on repeat around here. The best thing is the kids don’t like spicy food, so I had it all to myself 🙂

    Reply
  4. Jenn says

    February 23, 2022 at 2:17 pm

    5 stars
    WOW! There’s some serious flavor in this simple dip! Loved the flavor, the texture, the color – the everything!

    Reply
  5. Linda says

    February 24, 2022 at 6:44 am

    5 stars
    Love this dip! It’s so easy to make but full of flavors.

    Reply
  6. Katherine says

    May 25, 2022 at 10:16 am

    5 stars
    I remember this dip from a holiday! Soooo pleased I can now make it at home.

    Reply
  7. Gina says

    May 25, 2022 at 12:05 pm

    5 stars
    I’d prefer this dip any day over hummus or something else. Love the salty kick from the feta and how easily it comes together.

    Reply
  8. Rachna says

    May 25, 2022 at 12:22 pm

    5 stars
    This dip looks gorgeous and sounds so delicious. I have never had it but am raring to give it a try soon. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
  9. April says

    May 25, 2022 at 12:42 pm

    5 stars
    Always trying to find new things to try, my husband and I loved this!
    Thanks for the recipe. We will be making this for our family at the next get together.

    Reply
  10. Carrie Robinson says

    May 25, 2022 at 12:53 pm

    5 stars
    This is my kind of dip! 🙂 I want to dig right in.

    Reply

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