Greek Recipes
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Tangy Tzatziki
Inspired by the tzatziki served at Sto Kastro, a Greek restaurant in Germersheim, Germany, this thicker, fluffier iteration of the sauce lets the pairing of cucumber and yogurt shine. The main technique here is to really squeeze the liquid out of both the cucumbers and the yogurt, which results in tzatziki that’s both creamy and almost fluffy. A second trick, from the cookbook author Suzy Karadsheh, is to use distilled white vinegar instead of lemon juice. The vinegar’s straightforward acidity delivers the best of the cucumber and yogurt. This cool, creamy mix tastes fantastic when spread on warm pita bread and crackers or used as a dip for chips and fresh crunchy vegetables.
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The Crispy, Cheesy Zucchini Fritters I Make Every Summer
Have more zucchini than you know what to do with? Start with these fritters, which are packed with fresh dill and salty, tangy feta.
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This Greek Citrus Pie Is Actually a Cake—and It's Shockingly Simple to Make
This easy portokalopita, which translates to "orange pie" in Greek, is made with dried phyllo and soaked in spiced syrup for a chewy, custardy cake that stays moist for days.
Maroulosalata (Μαρουλοσαλάτα - Greek Lettuce & Dill Salad)
This refreshingly simple Greek lettuce and dill salad, though less known outside of Greece than its counterpart with cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta, deserves a place on everyone’s table as often as possible. I first encountered it at an unassuming Greek restaurant in Astoria, Queens, a NYC neighborhood boasting one of the largest Greek communities outside of Greece. There, crisp romaine lettuce ribbons, chilled in an ice bath, were tossed with generous amounts of dill and scallions, and dressed simply with olive oil and vinegar (many purists insist on extra virgin olive oil and white vinegar alone). The maroulosalata technique, with its emphasis on freshness and simplicity, can be applied to almost any salad green, yielding deceptively delicious results. It may not look like much at first glance, but this salad is truly addicting - you'll find yourself going back for more than you expected! While feta cheese is a somewhat polarizing addition, I personally love the salty, creamy dimension it brings.
Maroulosalata (Green Salad With Feta and Dill)
Although the iconic Greek salad, colorful with tomatoes, feta and olives, might spring to mind when contemplating Greek salads, monochromatic maroulosalata (which translates to “lettuce salad”) is arguably the more popular option in Greece. The salad is simple and effortless: Toss sliced romaine hearts, fresh dill, crumbled feta and sliced scallions with olive oil and fresh lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper, no separate dressing required. The key to this refreshing chopped salad is slicing the lettuce into delicate shreds, then soaking them in ice water to get them extra-crisp before draining, drying and tossing with the rest of the ingredients. Serve with grilled seafood, such as shrimp or fish, or as a sunny side salad with souvlaki or roast chicken. But this salad can also stand alone, as a light, summery supper on the hottest of days.
Spiraled Spanakopita With Feta
The first thing you’ll notice about this savory Greek pie — called striftí spanakotyrópita in its homeland — is its alluring spiraled form. But the shape serves a purpose beyond aesthetics: It amplifies the irresistible contrast between the crunch of the crust and the tenderness of the filling by increasing the surface area of the flaky, golden, olive-oil-varnished phyllo that encases the herbaceous greens. A handful of dried currants balances the salty cheese, and fresh parsley helps bring it all to life. If you’re lucky enough to have a Greek grocery nearby, look for frozen “country-style” phyllo, which is thicker and more tender than the paper-thin variety found in most supermarkets, making it closer to the handmade dough preferred by Greek cooks.
Spanakorizo With Jammy Eggs
Bright and soulful, spanakorizo is a beloved Greek dish, with a name that reflects its combination of two key ingredients: spinach and rice. This version is fairly traditional in its essence, relying upon rice, spinach, lemon and herbs, but includes some flourishes. Though the addition of the jammy egg is not traditional, it injects a sunny burst of color, as well as added protein. For ease, this recipe calls for baby spinach (or chopped mature spinach), but frozen spinach can also be used (simply thaw it and squeeze out the water), or try a hardy green like chard or kale. A whole bunch of scallions delivers a richly aromatic base for the rice. Basmati is used here for its quick cooking time and light finish, but if you would like to use more traditional medium-grain rice, simply add an extra ½ cup of stock (2 cups total). As with any recipe, the timing is a guideline, but you should use your senses: Check your rice at the 15-minute mark, as some brands of rice will cook quicker than others.
Taverna Salad
This colorful, meal-of-a-salad from Lidey Heuck’s cookbook, “Cooking in Real Life” (S&S/Simon Element, 2024), is inspired by two dishes: classic Greek salad (also known as horiatiki) and fattoush, the Lebanese salad of vegetables and pieces of fried pita. The ingredient list may look long at first, but each ingredient contributes to the harmony of the salad: bell pepper and cucumbers for crunch; shallot, olives and capers for a bit of tang; chopped tomatoes for sweetness. Pan-fried halloumi adds richness and heft, but you can skip the searing process and instead opt for a 6-ounce block of feta, if desired. To save even more time, you can add a large handful of crumbled pita chips instead of making your own.
Souvlaki
Souvlaki is a popular Greek dish of marinated meat grilled on skewers, often served with tzatziki, pita and grilled vegetables or a crisp green salad. It’s made with a variety of meats, including beef, lamb, pork and chicken, used here. This yogurt-based marinade makes for incredibly tender grilled chicken, whether it sits for 2 hours or overnight. Pork tenderloin is a great swap for the chicken because it’s flavorful, lean and cooks quickly. Use two (1-pound) tenderloins and grill until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees.
Shrimp Saganaki
Built for a weeknight but worthy of company, this Greek dish coddles shrimp in a delicate tomato sauce that gains depth from olives, ouzo and feta. Its name is derived from sagani, a two-handled pan in which the dish is traditionally cooked and served. Garides saganaki can be an appetizer, mopped up with bread, or it can anchor a meal. Some versions might be flambéed, but this recipe, from “Salt of the Earth: Secrets and Stories from a Greek Kitchen” by Carolina Doriti (Quadrille Publishing, 2023), is sautéed, then baked, which is an easy way to ensure plump, pillowy pieces of shrimp. If you don’t have licorice-scented ouzo, Ms. Doriti suggests brandy or white wine as potential substitutes.
Baklava
Baklava is an iconic pastry that defies borders: It’s beloved in Turkey, Greece, Central Asia, the Balkans and beyond, and each of these regions boasts its own variety. This version, with its honey syrup, leans into the Greek version. Store-bought phyllo makes preparing a pan of homemade baklava much easier, but it does require a little patience. There are no cutting corners when it comes to buttering every couple of sheets of phyllo, but your efforts will yield shatteringly thin layers of pastry. Making and chilling the syrup in advance of pouring it on top of the pastry is an important step, as it allows the baklava to fully absorb the sticky sweetness, reducing pooling on the bottom of the pan.
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Patates Lemonates (Greek Lemon Potatoes)
The brightness of these spuds make them the perfect foil to hearty roasted or grilled meats and seafood.
Halloumi & Avocado Salad with Radishes
A quick summer meal for the times you don't feel like something heavy.
Mediterranean Roast Vegetables Pasta
Lovely Roast vegetables infused with herbs and garlic can be enjoyed on a bed of pasta or couscous, drizzled with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. This makes a healthy and practical supper dish.
Mousakas
Mousakas is a Greek recipe, with origin from Turkey. It's a summer dish you can find in restaurants, and also make at home and share with friends and family.
Maria Speck's Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse
Not only is this Greek yogurt chocolate mousse recipe quicker to make than traditional French versions, but serious dark chocolate lovers may like it even more.
Methi Gota (Fried Chickpea Flour & Fenugreek Fritters)
The word "gota" comes from the Gujarati word "goti," meaning marbles. Gota are fried chickpea flour fritters shaped likes marbles. Add any greens like fenugreek leaves or cilantro to make the fritters soft inside.
Spicy Feta Dip
One of my favorite kind of mezze is spicy feta dip. The savory little appetizer was one of my favorite menu items at local greek restaurants in Astoria, Queens such as Elias Corner. Perhaps the best version came from a now closed gourmet shop on the Upper East Side which I believe was called litsitakos(sp?). They had great produce, prepared foods, cheese, salumi and made THE best pastistsio, moussaka, and spreads, in particular this feta dip. The people that worked there did so for over 20 years and were all phenomenal people from Greece, bangladesh and Ecuador. I never got the recipe but I knew it had jalapeño, feta and a little oregano. After trying out a bunch of different combinations, I came up with the closest possible version! Love this with fresh pita, baguette, crackers or crudite! It's hands down the most loved snack over the many years I had people over to my apt.
Vinaigrette Beets with Feta Cheese
A simple refreshing side made with beets, feta cheese and a light, tasty homemade vinaigrette.
TRAHANAS PORRIDGE FOR THE LITTLE ONES
A traditional Greek dish for those who love carbs! This trahana breakfast recipe is as simple as it is delicious. It's the perfect breakfast for children too.
Mosto Cotto (Grape Must Syrup)
A one-ingredient, versatile Italian condiment, mosto cotto, only gets better with age. Also known as sapa, saba, or vincotto, you can use this recipe for almost everything.
Spinach Feta Pastry Coils
Flaky puff pastry filled with spinach, feta and toasted pine nuts, great for lunch and dinner, what the hell, even for breakfast.
Wildberry frozen yogurt
No flavor surprises here - just luscious sweet wildberries and creamy tangy (preferably Greek) yogurt. Superb when sandwiched between two oatmeal cookies for all of you dessert-for-breakfast types like me. Or think granola parfait. Fruit salad bowl. Pancakes. Waffles. You name it. That scoop won`t spoil anything.
Springtime or Anytime Lentil Salad
This recipe hits the sweet spot for weeknight dinner planning: It's simple, quick, easy to make ahead, healthful, and—most importantly—packed with big flavors. The fresh mint brings a sunny breeze of springtime into dinner, no matter what time of year you have it. If you are making this dish ahead of time, I recommend waiting to add the fresh mint until right before serving for maximum minty impact. I recommend small black lentils for this dish, but green or brown will work, too. The important thing is that you use lentils with the skin still on—otherwise they'll be too mushy to use in the salad.