Psarosoupa avgolemono Servings: 6 Ingredients 4 1/2 cups of fish’s broth 1-2 pinchesof  pepper 1 1/2 cup of rice 2-3 pinches of salt 1 medium sea bass, approx. 600 gr. Directions Boil the fish until done, remove but keep warm. Add the rice to the fish stock and boil for 20 minutes. Add the salt and […]

Summary Boiled meat ball soup Servings: 5 Ingredients 1/2 lb of beef’s ground 3/4 cupof  bread’s crumbs 1 pinch of dill 3 eggs 3/4 cup of flour (All purpose) 2 lemons, juiced 1 pinchof  mint 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil 1 medium, white onion, finely chopped 2-3 pinches of parsley 1-2 pinches of pepper 1/2 cup […]

Ingredients 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, in room temperature 2 teaspoons of dill, chopped 2 lbs of lamb’s ground 2 teaspoons of olive oil 1 small, white onion, chopped 3 teaspoons of parsley, chopped 1-2 pinches of pepper 1/2 cupof  rice 2-3 pinchesof  salt 5 cups of water or stock Directions In a large bowl […]

Ingredients: 4-6 Cup Broth ( Chicken ) 4 Whole Egg ( Whole ) (Separated) 3 Whole Lemons(Squeezed) 1 Pinch Pepper(To taste) 1/3 Cup Rice(Cooked for 10 minutes) 1 Pinch Salt(To taste) Servings: 4 Method: Beat egg whites and beat yolks separately and then mix together. Add lemon juice to mixture and beat again. Put some […]

In Greek: λιμοντσέλο, pronounced lee-mont-SEH-loh Wherever lemons are plentiful, this liqueur is a delightful treat. This recipe produces best results when the lemons are slightly underripe (a little green). Ingredients: 10 lemons 1 quart + 1/4 cup grain alcohol 5 cups of sugar 1 quart + 1/4 cup of water .07 ounce (about 2 3/4 […]

Greek name and pronunciation: λουΐζα, pronounced loo-WEE-zah Therapeutic uses: Louisa is believed to have a stimulative effect on the digestive tract; thus, the belief that it aids in slimming. It is also used to aid in digestion, and is believed to have a calming effect on the nerves. At the market: Louisa is sold under […]

A quick and easy recipe for pasta with shrimp that’s perfect for a weeknight supper. It’s also a no-fuss Lenten meal. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Yield: 4 – 6 servings Ingredients: 3 tbsp. vegetable oil (plus more for drizzling) 1 large onion, diced 8 oz. (225 g) mushrooms, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced Zest […]

In Greek: μπακαλιάρος ποσέ, say: bah-kahl-YAH-rohs poh-ZEH A native New Zealander, Maria Verivaki lives in Chania, Crete and is an accomplished traditional Greek cook.The tangy sauce is fabulous. Ingredients: 2/3 pounds of desalinated salt cod, cut in 4 pieces 1/4 cup of olive oil 1/4 cup of water 2 medium leeks (white part only), finely […]

Avgolemono is an egg-lemon mixture that turns a simple dish of boiled beef and vegetables into a special meal. Inexpensive stewing meat works very well in this recipe, making it an economical choice for a family dinner. After the meat and vegetables are boiled, rice is added to the broth, then a mixture of eggs and lemon […]

In Greek: αρνί με αγκινάρες, pronounced ar-NEE meh ahg-kee-NAH-res A Greek classic, this one-pot meal can also be made with kid. Be sure to include bones since they are a traditional part of this dish. The tangy egg-lemon sauce is the crowning touch, and is added just before serving. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes […]