on Mar 15, 2022, Updated Dec 20, 2023 Here are a few more Middle-Eastern-style recipes that you can try: Mutabal, Traditional Tabouli Salad, Baba Ganoush, Sumac Onions, and Black Bean Hummus.
About Sumac Labneh
Sumac Labneh (Sumac Labnah) is a three-ingredient Middle Eastern dip in which thick Greek yogurt is flavored with ground sumac. Labneh, also known as Lebni, Labna, or Labne is a fresh cheese prepared by salting and straining yogurt. It is just like Greek yogurt but is strained further to make Labneh. It is thick, creamy, and super delicious. When flavored with sumac powder, the taste of this dip is further accentuated. Serve it as a dip with lavash, veggies, chips, or pita bread, or use it as a spread for your wraps and sandwiches.
Storage Suggestions
Sumac Labneh will last for two weeks when stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Sumac – This is the star ingredient of this recipe. Use the best quality dried sumac powder. Salt – Add according to your taste. You will also need some extra virgin olive oil to garnish the dip. You can also garnish it with pomegranate seeds, red pepper flakes, and mint leaves. Add some lemon juice and lemon zest to make it tangier. Mix the labneh with cream cheese or sour cream to make it richer and creamier. You can also shape it into small balls with wet hands for better storage and pour olive oil on top before storing them in closed containers.