mj_toronto8
Active member
I've noticed that cinnamon seems to be a common ingredient in many traditional Greek meat sauce recipes, especially for dishes like pastitsio, moussaka, and makaronia me kima. However, I have to admit that I've never really enjoyed the flavor of cinnamon in savory meat dishes!
I love traditional Greek cooking and enjoy making recipes that have been passed down through generations, but the cinnamon always seems to stand out too much for my taste. I usually prefer using ingredients like garlic, onions, oregano, and other savory seasonings instead.
This makes me wonder whether cinnamon is really essential for making an authentic Greek meat sauce. Are there regional variations that leave it out entirely, or is it considered an important part of the traditional flavor?
I'd love to know how other Greek families prepare their meat sauce. Do you always include cinnamon, or do you sometimes skip it too?
I love traditional Greek cooking and enjoy making recipes that have been passed down through generations, but the cinnamon always seems to stand out too much for my taste. I usually prefer using ingredients like garlic, onions, oregano, and other savory seasonings instead.
This makes me wonder whether cinnamon is really essential for making an authentic Greek meat sauce. Are there regional variations that leave it out entirely, or is it considered an important part of the traditional flavor?
I'd love to know how other Greek families prepare their meat sauce. Do you always include cinnamon, or do you sometimes skip it too?
