Greek Recipes

Greek and Cypriot recipes

Cyprus Recipes – Keftedes – Meatballs

Ingredients 600g ground pork meat (mincemeat) 1 large onion (finely chopped) 100g fresh parsley (finely chopped) 1 cup of breadcrumbs 1 egg 1/2 tsp cinammon or all-spice 1 tbsp salt and freshly milled pepper to taste Corn oil or Vegetable oil or olive oil for frying Preparation Place all the ingredients in a large bowl […]

Cyprus Recipes – Stifado – Beaf

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 small sprig of rosemary 1 kg tender beef, cut into large cubes 900 ml water 2 tablespoons tomato puree salt and black pepper 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar 4-6 tablespoons vegetable oil 700 gr. small onions (the pickling size), peeled and left whole 1 small glass red wine 5 […]

Cyprus Recipes – Fried Haloumi

Ingredients: An 8-ounce package of halloumi cheese, cut in 3/8-inch slices 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil For the garnish freshly ground black pepper oregano or mint leaves 4-5 cherry tomatoes cut in half balsamic vinaigrette Preparation: Preheat a nonstick frying pan over high heat. Place the halloumi slices on a plate with the olive oil […]

Kremmythopita: Onion & Bacon Phyllo Pie

In Greek: κρεμμυδόπιτα, say: kreh-mee-THOH-pee-tah Egg, onion, bacon, cream… it almost sounds like a breakfast dish fixed in countries outside of Greece, but this traditional pan pie made with phyllo sheets is all Greek. Serve as an appetizer, at brunch, as a snack, a side, or even a light meal. The recipe makes about 12-20 […]

Prasopita: Leek Pie

In Greek: πρασόπιτα, say: prah-SO-peetah Prasa (leeks) are favorites in all types of Greek cooking, but are special favorites baked with cheese in phyllo (filo, fillo) dough. The recipe makes 6 large pieces, suitable for a main dish or snack, and can be cut into smaller pieces to use as appetizers or a side dish. Like […]

Hortopita: Greens Pie

In Greek: χορτόπιτα, say: hor-TOH-pee-tah Similar to the small, fried greens pies, this pan-sized version can be made with a mixture of greens or just one, wild or cultivated. Using packaged puff pastry (sfoliata in Greek) makes this an easy recipe to put together. The pie serves 8 as a snack or light meal, and also works […]

Pita me Feta: Feta Cheese Pie

In Greek: πίτα με φέτα, pronounced PEE-tah meh FEH-tah More like a quiche than a cheese pie, this is an easy dish to prepare using an electric mixer. It’s a great snack to enjoy with coffee, and for those who eat breakfast (unlike most Greeks), try this to start your day. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes […]

Meltizanopita: Eggplant & Meat Pie

In Greek: μελιτζανόπιτα, pronounced meh-leed-zah-NO-peetah This Greek version of a pot pie is a delicious main dish. It can be served at room temperature, making it a great snack as well. The recipe calls for eggplant (from which it gets its name) ground beef, onion, garlic, wine, tomatoes, rice, and feta cheese. Cook Time: 1 hour Total […]