Recipes by symposio (Page 2)

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	Greek Rice Pudding - Rizogalo by symposio Greek Rizogalo is not a 'pudding' as such, but is a delightfully refreshing sweet that can be eaten at any time - for breakfast it is especially enjoyable! It is very easy and quick to prepare and can be served in small bowls (as in the photo) with cinnamon sprinkled on top, or larger bowls if you so wish.Ingredientsbring to the…	1 vote 400 views
	Greek Paximadia with Aniseed by symposio This is a recipe for Greek paximadia, which are a kind of rusk. This recipe includes aniseed, which makes it a wonderful snack or 'nibble'!Ingredients1kgall-purpose fourand simmer for 10 min.Wait for it to become tepid and then pour through asieve.Dissolve the sugar and yeast in the water.Put the flour in a large mixing bowl and…	1 vote 371 views
	Greek Cheese Pies (Tiropitakia) with Balsamic Vinegar by symposio This is a recipe for yet another type of small cheese pie (tiropitakia) - this time with balsamic vinegar. We think you'll find these a delicious addition to any meal or as a snack on its own!IngredientsFor the Doughpliable dough.Divide into 2, wrap each dough ball in cling film and setaside for 1 hour.Melt the butter and when it’s…	1 vote 424 views
	Greek Cheese Pies (Tiropitakia) by symposio This is a recipe for small Greek cheese pies (Tiropitakia). There are many, many varieties of cheese pies in Greece and the recipe here is for delicious small pies that can be eaten as a snack, a side dish or part of a buffet.IngredientsFor the DoughPreparationDissolve theyeast and sugar in 200ml tepid water.Put theflour in a large…	1 vote 267 views
	Greek Panorama Triangles (Trigona tou Panoramatos) by symposio How to make 'Triangles' from Panorama. This sweet is absolutely delicious! It gets its name from the shape, obviously, and also from the fact that it is a speciality of a district just outside Thessaloniki called Panorama.Making them is rather time-consuming, but absolutely worth it. Whoever you serve with these will love you for it!…	2 votes 1 review 527 views
	Greek Chickpea Balls (Revithokeftedes) with Bulgur (Pligouri) by symposio This is a truly delicious and filling dish that you don't have to be a vegetarian to enjoy! The chickpea and bulgur balls are ideally served with pilaf rice and a sauce. Below, you'll find the recipe for the balls and for a simple sauce - you don't…	1 vote 219 views
	Greek Peinirli by symposio Recipe for Peinirli (pronounced peeneerlee). This dish was brought by the Greeks who lived by the Black Sea and had to emigrate to Greece almost 100 years ago. It is a boat-shaped bread with a buttery-cheese filling, though meat can also be added. The name derives from the Turkish word peynirli, meaning 'with cheese'.The best-known…	1 vote 341 views
	Greek Manestra With Beef by symposio The word Manestra in Greek is used especially to mean orzo but also for spaghetti. It is a popular dish served with beef. The photo above shows it with spaghetti, where the beef sauce is served on top, but if you use orzo, it is mixed in with the sauce before serving. The recipe below is for both.IngredientsPreparationPut the oil in a…	1 vote 293 views
	Greek Calamari (Kalamari) - Fried Squid by symposio How to make Greek calamari. Calamari (Kalamari) is a well-known dish all over the world - the plural is actually Calamaria. They are actually fairly simple to prepare, but a lot depends on the quality of the squid. Fresh Calamari will be more tender than the frozen squid, and in Greece we usually have it fresh. The recipe below is for…	1 vote 320 views
	24 Popular And Easy Greek Mezes And Side Dishes by symposio A meze is a small dish - an appetizer or side dish -and it is very popular here for people to eat a selection of these aslunch or dinner. More often than not they are accompanied by ouzo or tsipouro. There is something quite idyllic about sitting by the sea, listeningto the waves lapping onto the shore and nibbling at your mezes…	1 vote 2771 views