Haydari

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Haydari to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Haydari, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 1 (16 ounce) container plain yogurt
• 5 cloves garlic
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 bunch fresh dill, chopped
• 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 (4 ounce) package cream
• cheese, softened (optional)
• 2 mint leaves, for garnish
• Line a colander with two layers of cheesecloth and place over a
• medium bowl. Place the yogurt on the cheesecloth and cover the
• colander with plastic wrap. Allow yogurt to drain 8 hours or
• overnight.

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Scoop the drained yogurt into a mixing bowl

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Mash the garlic cloves with the salt into a fine paste; mix into the yogurt

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Stir the dill, parsley, and cream cheese into the yogurt and garlic mixture

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Spread onto a dish and garnish with the mint leaves to serve.