Lara's Yogurt Balls Recipe

Name: Lara's Yogurt Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups whole-milk yogurt, sheep's milk, if possible; 4 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced; 1 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil; ⅛ teaspoon chili-pepper flakes; 1 bulb fennel, sliced thinly; ⅛ cup fresh fennel fronds, minced; 4 fresh bay leaves; 2 teaspoons black peppercorns

Servings: persons

4 cups whole-milk yogurt, sheep's milk, if possible
4 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced
1 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
⅛ teaspoon chili-pepper flakes
1 bulb fennel, sliced thinly
⅛ cup fresh fennel fronds, minced
4 fresh bay leaves
2 teaspoons black peppercorns

1
Line a strainer with cheesecloth, place it over a bowl and add the yogurt.
2
Put in the refrigerator for two days to drain completely.
3
Place the thyme, rosemary, fennel seeds and salt in a bowland combine.
4
Add the yogurt and stir thoroughly to combine.
5
Return to the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
6
In the meantime, combine the olive oil, chili-pepper flakes, fresh fennel ronds, bay leaves and peppercorns in a shallow dish.
7
Shape the yogurt into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
8
Gently roll each one in the shallow dish.
9
Marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to one hour at room temperature.
10
Refrigerate for up to one day before serving.

698

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups whole-milk yogurt, sheep's milk, if possible, 4 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced, 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced, 1 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds, and more.

Yes, Lara's Yogurt Balls falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lara's Yogurt Balls

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Variations & substitutions

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