Strained to remove most of its whey, Merve Suzme is a Turkish-style strained yogurt that is noticeably thicker and denser than regular yogurt — rich and spoonable, with a bright, tangy bite. Made from cow's milk and live active cultures, and Halal.
Suzme (the Turkish word for "strained") is what gives this yogurt its luxurious body. Removing the whey concentrates the yogurt, leaving it thick enough to hold a spoon upright — the same family as Greek yogurt and labne, with a clean, lactic tang that is a touch sharper than regular yogurt.
Because it is concentrated, it is naturally richer in protein per spoonful and stands up beautifully as a dip, a spread or a thick breakfast bowl. The generous 2 lb tub is made for real cooking and family use.
How to Enjoy It
Use it as the base for cacik or haydari, spread it on warm bread with a drizzle of olive oil, or spoon it thick over grilled vegetables and kebabs. At breakfast, top it with honey, walnuts or fruit for a rich, satisfying bowl.
What Makes It Special
Strained the traditional way for a thick, dense body and a naturally higher protein concentration than regular yogurt. Made with cow's milk and live active cultures, Halal-certified, and packed in a family-size 2 lb tub.
Quick Facts
✓ Style: Turkish-style strained yogurt (suzme)
✓ Texture: Thick, dense and spoonable — strained to remove whey
✓ Milk: Cow's milk
✓ Cultures: Live active yogurt cultures
✓ Taste: Bright and tangy, more concentrated than regular yogurt
✓ Halal certified
✓ Contains: Milk
✓ Net weight: 2 lb tub
✓ SKU: VG08YOG18
Serving Tip
In Turkey, thick strained yogurt is the heart of the meze table. Whisk it with grated cucumber and garlic for cacik, or with roasted red pepper and herbs for haydari, and serve with warm bread. Its body also makes it the ideal thick partner to a slice of cheese borek.
Pairs perfectly with: Familia Fillo Pastry Sheets (SKU: Bella0074), Bulgarian Sheep Feta Sirene (SKU: C12).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merve Suzme yogurt?
It is a Turkish-style strained yogurt — regular yogurt with most of its whey strained off, leaving it thick, dense and rich.
What does "suzme" or "strained" mean?
The whey is drained away, which concentrates the yogurt. The result is thicker, creamier and naturally higher in protein per spoonful.
How is it different from Merve Plain yogurt?
The plain (blue-lid) tub is a regular, unstrained yogurt — lighter and easy to pour or stir. This Suzme is strained, so it is much thicker and a little tangier, ideal for dips, spreads and thick bowls rather than drinking-style use.
Is it like Greek yogurt or labne?
Yes — it belongs to the same strained-yogurt family. Suzme is simply the Turkish version.
Is it Halal?
Yes — this yogurt is Halal-certified.
How do I use it?
As a dip base (cacik, haydari), a spread, a thick breakfast bowl with honey and nuts, or a rich dollop over warm dishes.
Allergens and storage?
It contains milk. Keep it refrigerated, and stir if a little natural liquid separates on top.
