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kosta_karapinotis

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I grill all year - I leave the grill in my garage and wheel it out when I want to grill, even if I have to wheel it over ice. It's just so fun, and the foods remind me of summer.

Ingredients:

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 1 large red onion, sliced
- 1 large red pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Plenty of skewers

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken into a large bowl.
2. Add the sliced onions and peppers to the bowl and mix everything together.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together your olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper.
4. Pour this mixture over your chicken and vegetables, making sure to coat everything well.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
6. When you're ready to cook, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
7. Thread your chicken and veggies onto the wooden skewers, alternating between pieces of chicken and veggies.
8. Grill your skewers for about 10-12 minutes, flipping them occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink on the inside.

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Souvlaki is one of my favorite dishes. I make it a fair amount. Chicken is the easiest for me but it seems to me you can use any meat! The key is to give everything enough time to marinate.
 

Greek grilling advice and tips?

It's getting warm out and time to break out the grill! I am interested in how do Greek people in Greece grill? I've had so many delicious grilled foods in Greece, I am having a hard time getting the same flavors here in the United States.

I've tried my hand at a few recipes, aiming to capture that authentic taste, but I feel like there's a deeper level of technique and tradition that I'm just not hitting. From choosing the right ingredients to mastering the grill itself, I know there’s a wealth of subtleties that can turn a good dish into a great one.

Do they use certain marinades or techniques? I've watched people in Greece grill - they don't even really follow recipes.

Essential Greek Pantry Staples - Your Recommendations?

I've recently developed a keen interest in Greek cuisine and I'm on a mission to incorporate more of its flavors into my daily cooking. Given the vast knowledge pool here, I thought this would be the perfect place to ask about must-have Greek pantry staples.

From what I gather, olive oil, olives, and feta cheese seem like obvious essentials. But I'm curious about the less obvious, yet equally important ingredients that could elevate my dishes with authentic Greek flavors.

Are there specific herbs, spices, or any other pantry items that are staples in Greek cooking? Additionally, if there are brands or types of these ingredients that you swear by, I'd love to hear about those too.

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Traditional Greek soups in Greece?

Most of the Greeks I know are from the United States - so it's been a few generations since a lot of them spent extended time in Greece.

From what I understand, Greek cuisine kind of changes. From what I can tell, in the United States, the most popular soup is Egg and Lemon soup (avgolemono) but in Greece, I don't see to as much or rather, hear of it as much.

What are the most popular soups in Greece?

Getting souvlaki tender?

How do you make tender Greek souvlaki? I've attempted various recipes, marinated for different durations, and experimented with both high and low cooking temps, but I seem to be missing the mark for that mouth-watering tenderness commonly found in authentic Greek souvlaki.

Has anyone found a particular method or ingredient that makes a significant difference in achieving that ideal tenderness?

I use ladolemono, a marinate it overnight in ziplock baggies (after I cut the meat in cubes) and then I add them to the skewers and cook them on the grill. I typically use chicken.

What are the most famous Greek cheeses?

I've recently embarked on a culinary quest to explore the rich and diverse world of Greek cheeses. From the tangy feta found in traditional Greek salads to the sizzling delights of halloumi, Greece's cheese culture seems incredibly vast and flavorful. 🇬🇷

I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community to ask: What are the most famous Greek cheeses that you've tried or heard of?

Are there any particular varieties that are a must-try or any hidden gems that rarely escape the borders of Greece? And if you have any delicious recipes or pairings to share, I'd love to hear about those too!
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