This velvety taramasalata is smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced, without the unpleasant bitterness that often ruins homemade versions. The texture is airy and spreadable, while the flavor is rich yet bright with lemon. The secret? Proper emulsification and a surprising natural ingredient that enhances the color without artificial additives. With a simple technique and the right balance of bread, oil, ...
Bougiourdi is one of the most beloved Greek taverna appetizers โ a simple yet incredibly flavorful dish made with baked feta, fresh tomatoes, colorful peppers, olive oil, and melted cheese. Itโs rustic, bold, and ready in under 30 minutes. As it bakes, the feta softens, the tomatoes release their juices, and the peppers become tender, creating a rich Mediterranean sauce ...
This homemade Tyrokafteri, just like the one served at a traditional Greek taverna, is creamy, bold, and packed with flavor. Made with feta cheese, yogurt, olive oil, and spicy pepper, this iconic Greek dip comes together in just minutes and delivers the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and smoky notes. Whether youโre serving it as part of a meze platter, ...
Recipe by: Stella Tsanou โSaligaria Stifadoโ is a traditional Cretan dish that perfectly captures the essence of authentic Greek countryside cooking. This rich snail stew combines tender snails simmered slowly with caramelized onions, garlic, sweet peppers, and a flavorful tomato sauce spiced with bay leaves and a touch of chili flakes. The result is a hearty, rustic meal thatโs deeply ...
These Traditional Greek Cheese Balls (Tirokroketes) are soft, cheesy, and incredibly easy to make โ ready for the oven in just 5 minutes! Unlike deep-fried cheese croquettes, these are baked, making them lighter but still perfectly golden and flavorful. Ideal as a meze (appetizer), party snack, or side dish, theyโre loaded with melty cheese and seasoned with smoked paprika for ...