Shanklish

Shanklish is a traditional Lebanese cheese dish, transformed into a low-carb snack that is bursting with flavor. This unique dish combines aged cheese with fresh herbs and spices, making it a delightful appetizer or snack option.

Shanklish
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Lebanese
150 kcal

Ingredients

  • Labneh (strained yogurt) - 200 grams
  • Dried mint - 1 teaspoon
  • Sumac - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Chopped fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons
  • Chopped fresh cucumber - 50 grams
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine the labneh with dried mint, sumac, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a serving plate and shape it into a round or oval patty.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the shaped labneh.
  4. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley and cucumber on top for garnish.
  5. Serve with fresh vegetable sticks or low-carb crackers as a dip.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbs: 5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein from labneh, promoting muscle health.
  • Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

Tags

LebaneseLow CarbSnack