Like other peoples of the Mediterranean, the Greeks are not indifferent to food: they like to eat and treat others. Once in this country, you definitely will not starve! The main ingredients of Greek cuisine are fresh eggplant, tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, fish and meat.
The cuisine of Greece is known all over the world for its ease of preparation. Here it is customary to gather families at a large table, so where without delicious and nourishing food? Now about what dishes especially deserve your attention.
Souvlaki
Many people like grilled kebab, and the Greeks are no exception. Aromatic juicy meat with pita bread, fresh vegetables and a special sauce tsatsikimade from yogurt, cucumber, garlic and mint is served.
Moussaka
This dish is considered the most delicious and popular: layers of fried eggplant, tomatoes, minced meat, creamy béchamel sauce, grated cheese - that's why moussaka is so loved by the Greeks. It's incredibly delicious! Moussaka is a kind of symbol of home cooking, memories of a carefree childhood.
Dolmads
This dish resembles the familiar cabbage rolls, but the Greeks prefer to wrap the filling in the leaves of grapes, which makes them quite small. Usually dolmads are stuffed with lamb and served hot. There is also a version for vegetarians: dolmads are stuffed with rice, supplemented with raisns or pine nuts. They are served cold with lemon juice.
Taramosalata
A truly Greek dish that is served as an snack at the beginning of Lent. Taramosalata is a creamy paste consisting of salted carp caviar (or other fish), white bread, olive oil, grated red onions and lemon juice. Sometimes the basis for the dish is potatoes (together bread). All ingredients are crushed and mixed in a strict order. Tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, greens are also served with taramosalat.
Choriatics
This is a Greek country salad, serving as a great addition to the main dishes. The base consists of ripe tomatoes, fresh cucumbers, olive oil, oregano and salt. If desired, you can add red onions, olives, feta.
Spanacopita
This is the name of dry phyllo pie with the addition of cream filling, spinach, feta, eggs and dill. The dish, despite its simplicity, has a delicious balanced taste. Greeks generally love pies – sweet and not only.
Beans
Not too well-known national Greek dish - white bean soup - is quite easy to prepare, but has a wonderful taste. The soup also includes tomatoes, onions, celery, carrots. Unusual aroma give beans thyme, parsley and bay leaf.
Kuluri
Soft bagels made from sweet dough, sprinkled with sesame or poppy seeds, are considered a popular snack. Kuluri is sold in many cafes.
Loukoumades
This delicacy is loved by both children and adults. Donuts from crispy dough are poured with syrup, pistachios or grated orange peel are added. Great dessert for coffee or tea!
Baklava
Dessert is also common in Turkey and Bulgaria. The Greeks prepare baklava from filo dough by adding pistachios or almonds, mixing them with honey or sugar. The dish is baked, then it is cut into pieces and poured with syrup. Simple and delicious!
