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Stuffed vine leaves (Dolmades Yialantzi) on a plate

Stuffed Vine Leaves (Dolmades Yialantzi)

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These Stuffed Vine Leaves, known as Dolmades Yialantzi, are a delicious vegan take on a classic dish. Packed with rice, fresh herb and lots of onions, they are gently simmered in an olive oil and lemon sauce until the leaves…

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Greek Lemon Potatoes on a plate

Greek Lemon Potatoes

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Soft and tender on the inside with a slightly crispy exterior, these Greek Lemon Potatoes are a guaranteed hit. Baked in a lemon and garlic olive oil marinade, they offer a subtle lemony flavour. They are so simple to prepare,…

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Fasolatha - White Bean Soup

Fasolatha (White Bean Soup)

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Fasolatha is a hearty Greek White Bean Soup that’s nourishing and simple to make. This classic soup combines tender white beans with diced vegetables like onion, carrot, celery, and potato and a hint of tomato paste. It is then finished…

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Melomakarona - Greek Honey Cookies on a plate

Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies)

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If you love cookies with a hint of spice, then you’ll want to try these Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies). Lightly flavoured with cinnamon and cloves and then soaked in a delicious honey syrup, they’re a must-try. What are Melomakarona? Melomakarona…

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Fava- yellow split pea puree in a bowl

Fava (Yellow Split Pea Puree)

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Greek Fava is the ultimate comfort food. It’s a creamy purée made by gently simmering yellow split peas with onion and olive oil and then finished off with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice. It doesn’t get simpler than this!…

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Greek Zucchini Fritters - Kolokithokeftedes on a plate

Greek Zucchini Fritters (Kolokithokeftedes)

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These Greek Zucchini Fritters combine the mild flavour of zucchini with the sharpness of feta, a hint of Parmesan, and the freshness of mint and parsley. Pan-fried in olive oil until golden brown, they’re ideal as a snack or side…

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Greek Olive Oil Fries - Patates Tiganites, in a bowl with crumbled feta

Greek Olive Oil Fries (Patates Tiganites)

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There’s nothing quite like a batch of Patates Tiganites – the classic Greek-style home-made potato fries. Seasoned with salt and occasionally topped with crumbled feta, oregano, or a squeeze of lemon juice, Greek Olive Oil Fries are perfect on their…

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Hi, I’m Chrissie. Welcome to my food blog where I share ‘Mum’s Greek Recipes’, a collection of traditional Greek dishes that I grew up enjoying, and recipes inspired by my Mediterranean Greek heritage.

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