In Greek: χοιρινό με φασσόλια, pronounced hee-ree-NO meh fahs-SOL-yah This Greek recipe for Pork and Beans is one that reflects a traditional method of cooking: meat and vegetables are prepared separately on the stovetop, then combined and cooked in the oven until the tastes meld. Any type of dried bean works well but, as the […]

Starting from the head: In Greek: ΚΕΦΑΛΙ Transliteration: kefali Pronunciation: keh-FAH-lee In English: HEAD / JOWL In Greek: ΣΒΕΡΚΟΣ Transliteration: sverkos Pronunciation: SVER-kohs In English: BLADE SHOULDER / BOSTON BUTT In Greek: ΛΑΙΜΟΣ Transliteration: laimos Pronunciation: leh-MOHS In English: NECK In Greek: ΜΠΡΙΖΟΛΕΣ Transliteration: brizoles Pronunciation: bree-ZOH-les In English: LOIN In Greek: ΣΠΑΛΑ Transliteration: spala Pronunciation: SPAH-lah In English: ARM SHOULDER or PICNIC SHOULDER In […]

In Greek: μπιφτέκια σχάρας, pronounced beef-TEHK-yah SKHAH-rahs A mixture of ground beef and pork makes for fabulous burgers on the grill. This simple and easy recipe calls for parsley and onion and, as usual, these burgers are served with wedges of lemon for those who want the authentic Greek taste. The meat can be made […]

Tender and succulent pork is braised in a white wine sauce with mushrooms. This makes a great dinner entrée that can be made ahead and served with rice pilaf or savory oven-roasted potatoes. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Ingredients: 3 lbs. boneless pork shoulder, cut into chunks 3 tbsp. olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced […]

This recipe for Pork Roast with Roasted Peppers is one way to gather your gang around the table for a nice sit-down meal. Serve with orzo or rice pilaf or any pasta you prefer. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Yield: 6 – 8 servings Ingredients: For the sauce: 1 15 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained […]

Part apple and part pear, the quince or kydoni (kee-THOH-nee) is basically inedible if consumed raw, but transforms completely when cooked. Once cooked, it takes on a subtly sweet and slightly tart flavor that is especially delicious with pork. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour, 20 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 35 minutes Yield: 6 – 8 Servings Ingredients: 3 large quince, peeled, cored and […]

This is a favorite winter dish and one that combines the succulent flavors of braised pork, celery, and the beloved Avgolemono (egg-lemon) sauce. It’s a great one-dish meal that screams for crusty bread to dip in the flavorful sauce. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 cup olive […]

Our family really enjoys this recipe for grilled pork chops. The marinade will also work well for chicken. Be sure to get chops that are at least 3/4 inch thick so that they won’t cook too quickly and dry out. Prep Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Ingredients: 4-6 pork loin rib chops (about 3/4 inch […]

HOIRINO ME MAPA Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 to 24/2 pounds boneless pork, trimmed of fat and cut into stewing pieces 2 large onions, grated 2 tablespoons tomato paste diluted with 3 tablespoons water Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste  1 small cabbage Makes about 6 servings Method: 1. Heat 1⁄4 […]

Greek Cuts of Pork Diagram and Translations Arcadian Pork Baked with a Tangy Garlic Sauce Pork and Cabbage Stew (Peloponnesos) Lagoto: Greek Stewed Pork Brizoles Hoirines sto Fourno: Roasted Pork Chops Pork Tenderloin with Tomatoes & Cheese Spala Hoirini sto Fourno: Pork Shoulder Roast with Cheese Pork Roast with Thyme and Sage Hoirino meh Prasa: Pork, […]