Greek Recipes

Greek and Cypriot recipes

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 […]

Tiganites: Pancakes / Fritters

In Greek: τηγανήτες, pronounced tee-ghah-NEE-tess Similar to small pancakes, these light, crispy medallion-sized treats are a delight served with honey or petimezi… or with syrup, preserves, or a creative topping of your own design. They can be eaten as a sweet snack, with breakfast, or as a brunch dish. Favorites during The Great Lent, these […]

Krouasan me Feta: Feta Croissants

In Greek: κρουασάν με φέτα, pronounced croo-ah-SAHN meh FEH-tah These delightful croissants are not sweet, and make a wonderful addition to the breakfast, brunch, buffet, or cocktail table. Use commercial croissant dough, or make your own for a light, delicious taste. Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 5 packages of croissant dough (8 croissants each) or […]

Tiganites me Stafithes: Sugared Raisin Pancakes

In Greek: τηγανίτες με σταφίδες, pronounced tee-ghah-NEE-tes meh stah-FEE-thes These delicious small pancakes are generally served as dessert, but can certainly be adapted to breakfast or brunch. Made without milk or eggs, they are slightly crunchy. The key to getting an authentic taste is to use black raisins (currants). Prep Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total […]

Greek Recipes for Pancakes & Crepe

In the Greek tradition, pancakes and crepes are eaten as sweet snacks, around the time other cultures enjoy brunch or a late afternoon tea time. Greek Medallion Pancakes – Tiganites These small fried puffs of dough fall somewhere between a pancake and a fritter. A very simple recipe that makes up a good-sized batch of […]

Strapatsatha: Zucchini & Tomato Scramble

In Greek: στραπατσάδα, pronounced strah-paht-SAH-thah The word strapatsatha is used for all types of scrambled eggs, and this combination of zucchini and tomato is a wonderful combination of tastes. Serve for breakfast, brunch, and a light meal. Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 3 pounds of small zucchini 3/4 pounds of ripe tomatoes, puréed 5 eggs 1/2 cup […]

Greek Recipes for Egg Dishes

Greek egg dishes include a wide variety of omelets, eggs with vegetables, cheeses, and meats. Fourtalia – Classic Frittata of Andros Fourtalia – Recipe and Instructions for Fourtalia – Classic Frittata from Andros Greek Omelets & Scrambles: They’re Not About the Eggs It may sound strange, but traditional Greek omelets and scrambles are not focused […]

Greek Recipes for Coffee Cake-Style Cakes

Greek cakes come in many varieties. Some are soaked in light scented syrups, and some are more along the lines of what you might call a “coffee cake.” These include spice and nut cakes, cheesecakes, and cake that resembles pound cake. Apple Coffee Cake – Milopita This delicious coffee cake is easy to make and, […]