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blopez34

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I don't know what this is called but I had it at someone's house and I want to make it. I didn't have a chance to ask the host about the dish and I don't know them well enough to be able to do this easily.

It was in a baking dish. It had a medley of veggies like zucchini, green beans, potatoes, and artichokes (is what I remember)... a thin tomato sauce was involved. I faintly tasted rosemary or some other herb like that.
 
I don't know what this is called but I had it at someone's house and I want to make it. I didn't have a chance to ask the host about the dish and I don't know them well enough to be able to do this easily.

It was in a baking dish. It had a medley of veggies like zucchini, green beans, potatoes, and artichokes (is what I remember)... a thin tomato sauce was involved. I faintly tasted rosemary or some other herb like that.
Greek vegetable casserole is called Briam. It usually consists of zucchini, eggplant, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, onions, garlic, and a very good amount of greek olive oil. Now with that being said, you can sub different veggies if you would like. We do have a great recipe of Briam in our cookbook “Cooking Greek”. Oh and don’t forget to accompany the dish with a big slab of feta and fresh bread!
 
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Greek vegetable casserole is called Briam. It usually consists of zucchini, eggplant, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, onions, garlic, and a very good amount of greek olive oil. Now with that being said, you can sub different veggies if you would like. We do have a great recipe of Briam in our cookbook “Cooking Greek”. Oh and don’t forget to accompany the dish with a big slab of feta and fresh bread!
Wow this sounds delicious. I am not sure I would have thought to use parsley! I love parsley...
 
Greek vegetable casserole is called Briam. It usually consists of zucchini, eggplant, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, onions, garlic, and a very good amount of greek olive oil. Now with that being said, you can sub different veggies if you would like. We do have a great recipe of Briam in our cookbook “Cooking Greek”. Oh and don’t forget to accompany the dish with a big slab of feta and fresh bread!
Yup this is close to what I do! I have a basic recipe in my head, that I think of as more of a method than a recipe, and use vegetables that bake well that are in season. I tend to only really make it in the summer. For example, I sometimes add green beans, potatoes, artichoke hearts, okra, etc to the dish - maybe I'll omit eggplant if I am not in the mood, that kind of thing.
 

How to learn about different regional cuisines in Greece?

I have learned so much about Greek cuisine by being on this forum! I know that there are standard recipes that everyone seems to cook.

For example, you can get souvlaki all over. Everyone seems to serve a village salad with slight variations. Most regions seem to make moussaka. There are tons of others.

I have also noticed that each region has their own specialties. How do you go about learning about them?

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What do you think of Gyro variations?

There are some gyro shops near me in the United States and they seem to be putting a different spin on the classic dish. There are some variations. What do you guys think of the variations?

I don't recall seeing these variations in Greece, but I could be wrong. Variations such as - gyros made with different meats, like chicken, those made with Greek meatballs, souvlaki, etc.

And what do you think of putting fries in Gyros? I do see that in Greece.

Best meze to serve at Easter?

What is the best Greek meze to serve for Greek Easter? I want dishes that will wow my guests and make this Easter unforgettable. I’m looking for meze that are both traditional and have that ‘wow’ factor in terms of visual appeal and taste. I’d appreciate if you could share your favorites and perhaps some personal tips or recipes that make them stand out.

Here’s what I’m considering so far, but I’d love your input:
  • Tzatziki - A refreshing yogurt, cucumber, and garlic dip.
  • Spanakopita - Hearty spinach and feta pie encased in flaky pastry.
  • Dolmadakia (Stuffed Grape Leaves) - A tangy and herb-infused delight.
  • Feta cheese. A classic - I sometimes drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano.
  • Olives. No meze spread is complete without olives.
What else should I put out? Or is that enough? We're having about 20 people.

Can you make your own rusks?

I love Cretan Dakos!
There's something about the combination of the crunchy rusk soaked with the juice of ripe tomatoes, topped with fresh cheese and olive oil, that has me hooked!

However, given that I live in an area where it's challenging to find authentic Cretan rusks, I'm contemplating on whether I can bake my own at home. I'm curious if anyone here has attempted to make rusks suitable for dakos from scratch.

I know I can order then online. I tried this, and they didn't survive the shipping too well.

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.
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