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Thick Herbed Yogurt
© Zubin Schroff

Thick Herbed Yogurt

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  • SERVINGS: Makes about 3 cups
  • •BASIC-EASY
  • •MAKE-AHEAD
  • •VEGETARIAN

Turkish yogurt is thick as clotted cream and just as rich. American yogurt that has been drained is a good approximation. The seasoned yogurt is marvelous with fresh pita bread.

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  1. 4 cups plain whole milk yogurt (see Note)
  2. 12 large scallions, finely chopped
  3. 2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
  4. 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  5. 2 garlic cloves, minced
  6. Salt
  7. 1 pomegranate, seeded (1 cup)
  8. 2 tablespoons chopped dill
  9. 2 tablespoons chopped mint
  10. Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  1. Line a colander with cheesecloth or 2 sheets of damp paper towel. Set the colander over a bowl, add the yogurt and let drain in the refrigerator until thick, at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. In a bowl, mix the yogurt with the scallions, jalapeños, vinegar and garlic and season with salt. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the pomegranate seeds, dill and mint and drizzle generously with olive oil. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Make Ahead The seasoned yogurt can be refrigerated overnight. Sprinkle with the toppings just before serving. Notes Middle Eastern shops sell thick yogurt that has already been drained.