Htipiti: Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip Recipe
Htipiti is a traditional Greek roasted red pepper and feta cheese dip that combines smoky, creamy, and tangy flavors with a hint of heat. This easy-to-make appetizer is perfect served with pita bread or fresh vegetables, offering a delightful way to enjoy Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Peppers
- 2 red bell peppers
Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried chili flakes
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Roast Peppers: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Halve the red bell peppers and remove all seeds and membranes. Place the pepper halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until their skins blister and darken.
- Steam and Peel Peppers: Remove the roasted peppers from the oven and immediately cover them with foil or invert a bowl over them to trap the steam. Let them steam for 10 minutes, which helps loosen the skins. After steaming, peel off the skins carefully. You may peel them under cold running water if needed, ensuring to pat them dry afterward to remove excess moisture.
- Blend Dip: In a food processor, combine the peeled roasted peppers, crumbled feta cheese, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried chili flakes, garlic clove, salt, and black pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or chili flakes if desired.
Notes
- The steaming step is key to easily removing the pepper skins and preventing a bitter taste in the dip.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes based on how spicy you prefer your dip.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.
- Pairs wonderfully with warm pita bread, fresh vegetable sticks, or as a flavorful spread for sandwiches.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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