Greek cuisine is a vibrant Mediterranean culinary tradition characterized by its use of fresh, local ingredients such as olive oil, vegetables, grains, herbs, fish, and various meats like pork, lamb, and chicken. Key dishes include savory Moussaka, grilled Souvlaki, refreshing Greek Salad, creamy Tzatziki dip, layered Spanakopita, and sweet Baklava. The cuisine is known for its healthy, balanced, and flavor-packed dishes, often featuring simplicity and highlighting the natural taste of its high-quality ingredients.
Staples and Flavor Profiles
The Foundation: Greek cuisine is built on the “triad” of wheat, olive oil, and wine, along with a heavy reliance on fresh vegetables, grains, and seafood.
Key Ingredients: Common ingredients include olive oil, tomatoes, cucumbers, garlic, oregano, lemon, dill, mint, and various herbs.
Meats: A range of meats are used, such as pork, lamb, goat, chicken, veal, and beef.
Popular Dishes
Main Dishes:
Moussaka: A rich casserole with layers of eggplant, spiced minced meat, and a béchamel sauce. 8
Souvlaki: Small, grilled skewers of meat, often pork or chicken, a popular street food.
Pastitsio: A Greek “lasagna” with a ground meat filling and a creamy béchamel topping.
Kleftiko: Slow-cooked lamb, often prepared with vegetables.
Appetizers & Dips:
Tzatziki: A creamy dip made with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill.
Saganaki: Pan-fried cheese, often served as a starter.
Dolmades: Grape leaves stuffed with rice and herbs.
Spanakopita: A savory pie filled with spinach and feta cheese.
Salads & Sides:
Greek Salad (Horiatiki): A fresh salad with tomatoes, cucumber, onions, olives, feta cheese, and dressed with olive oil.
Dakos: A Cretan dish with barley rusks, tomatoes, feta, and olive oil.
Briam: A flavorful dish of mixed roasted vegetables.
Desserts:
Baklava: A sweet pastry with nuts and honey syrup.
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