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Strapatsada is Greeces tasty egg dish

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This dish is fantastic! I saw it on the menu for the first time and had to try it. It’s super simple, just eggs and tomato scrambled with feta cheese on top. The name of the dish sounds italian but I’m not sure if it’s origins. I love it and will definitely be making it at home.
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I've had this! It's so good. I can't seem to get it to taste right when I am at home, though. Is it called Strapatsada?
 
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