4 Ways to Use Labneh in Your Cooking
So the question becomes, how should we use it? Here are a few ideas:
1. Sweep it.
Warm some flatbreads, sprinkle your labneh with za’atar, drizzle it with olive oil, and get sweeping. Eat it for a snack, for lunch, or for breakfast, which is how labneh is often enjoyed in parts of the Middle East.
2. Mound it.
I like dropping labneh into little pools in places where you might not expect it, like in frittatas or brownies. Because it’s so thick, it creates beautiful creamy puddles that don’t dissolve under gentle heat.
3. Shmear it.
That’s right: Take inspiration from your favorite bagel toppings and flavor labneh with everything from onions and chives to smoked salmon and capers to garlic and herbs.
4. Top it.
I love topping rich, creamy labneh with sautéed, roasted, or even grilled vegetables. Scoop on bread slices for a pretty crostini or tuck it into pita for an on-the-go sandwich. Add some herbs or delicate greens for garnish, if you’re feeling fancy.