Greeks love their greens, and this traditional recipe for fasolakia is the proof! Our grandmothers call them “fasolakia giaxni”, because the beans are stewed in a tomato and onion sauce.
Greek-Style Green Beans – Fasolakia Recipe
Gemista Recipe (Greek Stuffed Vegetables)
Gemista or yemista means “stuffed” in Greek. This traditional dish falls under the category of Greek dishes called “lathera,” meaning “cooked with oil”. As most Greek recipes, gemista require simple technique but demand high quality ingredients.
Strapatsada Greek Scrambled Eggs Recipe
When it comes to summer, Greeks know how to cook their way through this warm season! Strapatsada is the Greek version of scrambled eggs with feta cheese and tomato. But behold, do not get carried away and start making the classic recipe with milk and butter. I urge to use Greek extra virgin olive oil!
Greek Beet Salad Recipe – Pantzaria Salata
This recipe for Greek beet salad – pantzaria salata is a definite crowd pleaser! A vibrant, colorful, packed with nutrients salad based on beetroot and its bold, earthy flavor.
Sweet & Spicy Chicken Wings Recipe
Spicy Chicken Wings is the best appetizer! Summer is getting pretty hot in Greece, and if you find yourself on a Greek island, enjoying the summer breeze and in need of something tasty and savory, this is the recipe you ask for.
Makaronia Me Kima – Greek Style Tomato Meat Sauce Recipe
Make this Greek Style Bolognese Pasta and enjoy a flavorsome home cooked meal today. Add grated kaseri or parmesan and enjoy the pasta while still hot.
Souvlaki Recipe
Make your own homemade chicken souvlaki, also known as chicken kebabs or chicken skewers!
Kalamarakia Tiganita: Greek Fried Squid Recipe
Summer in Greece is inevitably linked with seafood. Fried calamari or kalamarakia tiganita is an all time favorite appetizer, best served with a splash of fresh lemon juice and a glass of cold Greek beer.
Saganaki Recipe (Pan-Seared Cheese)
Life is great, but there are certain indulges that make it even better. Saganaki cheese is the ultimate proof and here’s why.
Tsoureki Recipe
For Greeks, Easter time means consuming tons of lamb meat and a whole lot of tsourekia! Tsoureki is the quintessential Greek Easter bread, consisting of a fluffy, buttery dough. You could always buy a ready-made tsoureki, but where’s the fun in that? Try my tsoureki recipe and impress everyone with your baking skills!