SPICY BULGARIAN PEPPER FETA SPREAD
A simple yet flavorful spread made with just three high-quality ingredients: creamy feta (or sheep/goat telemea cheese), extra virgin olive oil, and mildly spicy Bulgarian pepper. Perfect for serving alongside grilled pita or pork skewers (souvlaki), this spread balances creamy texture with a gentle heat and fruity olive oil richness.
π Prep Time: 10 min
π½οΈ Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 150 g feta cheese (or sheep/goat telemea)
- 50 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 semi-spicy Bulgarian pepper (about 15β20 g)
Instructions
- Choose the best quality ingredients: a good feta or a creamy, crumbly telemea (avoid rubbery or very salty telemea). Use a mild, fruity olive oil, not bitter.
- Place the cheese in a food processor and blend until finely crumbled (about 1 minute).
- Gradually add olive oil just until the cheese binds together and leaves traces on the processor blades. The spread should be firm enough to hold its shape but soft enough to spread.
- Remove seeds and core from the pepper. Chop it as finely as possible.
- Add half the chopped pepper to the cheese and blend for 15 seconds. Add the remaining pepper and pulse briefly (2β3 seconds) to mix.
- Transfer the spread to a bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, and optionally sprinkle oregano on top. Serve with grilled pita and pork skewers.
π‘ Tips
- Use fresh, high-quality cheese and olive oil for the best flavor.
- Adjust pepper quantity to control spice level.
- Great accompaniment for Mediterranean-style grilled dishes.
π Perfect For
- Appetizers and mezze platters
- Grilled meat sides
- Casual gatherings and picnics