A Flavor Like No Other: Atom Meze

Atom meze is made with strained yogurt and dried chili peppers sautéed in hot oil. It's a type of yogurt-based meze commonly found in Aegean and Mediterranean cuisine. Its name comes from the strong, pungent effect the chili peppers leave on the palate.

Tables where various restaurant appetizers are served as starters are always lively and filled with pleasant conversation. The most indispensable appetizer at these tables is "atom," a yogurt-based appetizer. Perhaps the name "atom" is the best choice, because its spiciness creates an "atom effect"! No matter how spicy it is, you can't get enough of it and will find yourself taking another bite.

This delicious atom (a type of Turkish meze) is quite easy to make. And the ingredients that make it so delicious are just as easy to find. We highly recommend including these appetizers in your New Year's feast for your guests. They'll whet your appetite and win your hearts, trust us! So let's begin and enjoy them. Bon appétit!

How many calories are in Atom Meze: Per serving.

161/kcal

Ingredients for Atom Meze Recipe

2.5 cups strained yogurt

2 cloves of crushed garlic

1 teaspoon of salt

6 dried Albanian peppers

2 tablespoons of butter

2 tablespoons of vegetable oil

1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

The Secret to the Atom Appetizer Recipe

To ensure your yogurt mixture is smooth, let the strained yogurt reach room temperature.

How to Make Atom Meze?

For the Atom meze, combine 2 cloves of crushed garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2.5 cups of strained yogurt in a bowl. Mix the ingredients well until you obtain a homogeneous yogurt mixture.

In a separate pan, melt 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Chop 6 dried Albanian peppers.

Next, transfer the chopped peppers into the melted vegetable oil and butter. Add 1/4 teaspoon of red chili powder and mix well.

After adding the peppers and red chili powder to the oil mixture and stirring, let the oil heat up for about 3-4 minutes.

Shape the garlic yogurt in a spoonful on a serving plate. Pour the prepared chili oil mixture over it. The Atom meze is ready! We hope you enjoy it with your loved ones. Bon appetit!

Cooking Suggestions for the Atom Meze Recipe

When heating the butter and oil mixture, do not set the heat to too high; be careful not to burn it.

Serving Suggestion for Atom Meze Recipe

You can serve it with slices of toasted bread or pita.

How to Make Atom Meze and What Ingredients Are Used?

Butter

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Ingredients such as these are used. Yogurt is whisked in a bowl, and crushed garlic is added if desired. In a separate pan, butter is melted, chopped dried peppers and chili flakes are added and sautéed briefly. This hot sauce is poured over the yogurt and served.

Why is Atom Meze called by this name and where does it come from?

The name "Atom" comes from the powerful effect of the chili peppers and hot oil used in the appetizer.

How long should Atom Meze be left to rest and how should it be served?

Atom meze should be left to rest at room temperature for 5-10 minutes after preparation to allow the hot sauce to infuse into the yogurt. It can be served with flatbread, bazlama, or toasted bread.

How many days does Atom Meze stay fresh in the refrigerator?

Atom meze can stay fresh in the refrigerator for 2 days.