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Quick question: how is hortopita different than spanakopita?

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I know that hortopita is a mix of greens, but does it taste very different? And is one more popular in certain areas over others? I've never tried it....I actually didn't even know it existed until I was looking for spanakopita recipes
 
Spanakopitta is made with spinach. Hortopitta is made with horta i.e. any edible leafy green or herb. I've made hortopitta with dandelion greens, amaranth leaves, Italian parsley, turnip greens, and purslane (aka the driveway weed), all these things in one pitta. Really any green stuff that's edible.
 
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Clytemnestra said:
Spanakopitta is made with spinach. Hortopitta is made with horta i.e. any edible leafy green or herb. I've made hortopitta with dandelion greens, amaranth leaves, Italian parsley, turnip greens, and purslane (aka the driveway weed), all these things in one pitta. Really any green stuff that's edible.
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Is any type green better than the other? I'm assuming some taste a bit more earthy than others. Also, is it best to use a combo of greens?
 
Great question!

Essentially the main difference between hortopita and spanakopita is use of spinach vs greens.

Here is the recipe for both:

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Recipe for Spanakopita - Greek Spinach Pie

Here is an easy spanakopita recipe that is the perfect appetizer for your family or at your next party!
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Recipe for Hortopita - Greek Pita Pie with Greens and Feta

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for Greek pita pie with greens, feta, and filo, otherwise known as hortopita.
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Clytemnestra said:
Spanakopitta is made with spinach. Hortopitta is made with horta i.e. any edible leafy green or herb. I've made hortopitta with dandelion greens, amaranth leaves, Italian parsley, turnip greens, and purslane (aka the driveway weed), all these things in one pitta. Really any green stuff that's edible.
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I second the above. I have also made Horta from kale, chicory, escarole, endive, arugula, lamb's quarters (in Greek the plant is called "levethies") in addition to the ones mentioned. FYI, lamb's quarters taste just like spinach and behave similar to spinach in recipes.
 
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