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Adding on to my other post, I had a Greek style breakfast yesterday which wasn't complete without coffee of course. It's necessary that you use a briki to make it!! Here are two different types that my aunt has in her home

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So true!!! Traditional Greek coffee is strong, but so good!! :coffee::coffee::coffee::coffee::coffee:

Here is a recipe to make Greek coffee at home using a briki:

 
Adding on to my other post, I had a Greek style breakfast yesterday which wasn't complete without coffee of course. It's necessary that you use a briki to make it!! Here are two different types that my aunt has in her home

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Agreed! A Greek breakfast isn't the same without a traditional Greek coffee!! This looks amazing...
 
Greek coffee has moderate caffeine. Locals especially on Greek villages they love it after their siesta! Both (siesta + Greek coffee) are considered the secrets to Greek longevity <3
 
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Greek coffee has moderate caffeine. Locals especially on Greek villages they love it after their siesta! Both (siesta + Greek coffee) are considered the secrets to Greek longevity <3
This type of coffee is way healthier than the coffee used in Frappe which is super processed. We need to go back to our roots to be healthy!! This is the medicine of our people :)
 
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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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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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Making traditional loukaniko question

I’m on a culinary quest to master the art of making Loukaniko, the traditional Greek sausage that tantalizes taste buds with its savory blend of spices and herbs. I understand that each region and even each family might have their own special recipe passed down through generations.

Which leads me to my ask - could anyone who’s familiar with Greek cuisine share insights about the most common seasonings used in Loukaniko? I'm especially interested in any mix of spices that gives it that characteristic flavor profile.

I’ve done some preliminary research, but I’m looking for that firsthand knowledge. What's the blend that makes your Loukaniko stand out? Are there any particular secrets to perfect the authentic taste?

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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.

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