Prepare yourself for incredible flavors as we explore some of the best Cypriot foods you need to try from this delicious cuisine.
Meatballs are traditional in almost all cuisines around the world. I have to apologise to everyone though as Cypriot meatballs -keftedes- are the best haha! I mean come on! To…
Cypriot Inspired Meatballs
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✅ Food in Cyprus is, to say the least; spectacular. You could literally spend weeks on the island and you will not run out of dishes to try!
Prepare yourself for incredible flavors as we explore some of the best Cypriot foods you need to try from this delicious cuisine.
Cypriot Afelia-Braised pork in red wine Αφελια
Pourgouri is cracked wheat cooked with tomatoes and onions.A delightfully simple dish this is Cypriot village food at its best.Studded with strands of vermicelli, and cooked with earth cinnamon and stock, its just perfect with a huge dollop of creamy Greek yogurt.It can be eaten as a side, a great accompaniment to a roast chicken or with souvlakia, it works well with grilled halloumi, sliced bacon stirred through, or with mushrooms, peppers or whatever veg you fancy.Me, I keep it simple, I have
Simply irresistible, juicy and delicious! Try some salad or tzatziki on the side. You will love this souvlaki!!!
INGREDIENTS 80g nisaste or cornflour 40g caster sugar 1l water 2 teaspoons rose water TO SERVE Triantafilo cordial (rose syrup) Rose water Ice cold water Ice cubes METHOD In a pot, dissolve the nisiaste or cornflour with the sugar and water. Place over medium-low heat stirring constantly with a wh
Sheftali pl. Sheftalia are like oval shaped meatballs, which are wrapped in caul fat. Caul fat is the membrane that surrounds the stomach and is transparent, fragile, and naturally fatty, although when it is finally grilled or barbecued all the fat melts away giving lots of flavour to the crepinettes.
INGREDIENTS 800g baby potatoes, peeled 2-3 spring onions, finely sliced 1 handful, about 1/8 cup finely chopped fresh parsley 1 handful, about 1/8 cup finely chopped fresh coriander 1-2 garlic cloves, grated 1 tablespoon lemon zest, grated 60ml lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried mint 75ml EVOO salt flake
Koupepia, also known as the Cypriot version of the Greek ‘Dolmades’, are vine leaves stuffed with ground pork, rice, variety of herbs, lots of lemon and tomatoe juice! The dish tastes great when served both hot or cold and can be eaten as finger food or as a main dish.. mouthwatering and one of our […]
Olive Pie Traditional Recipe from Cyprus. Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly. Easy to prepare and freezer friendly
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Are you a foodie visiting Cyprus? Then keep reading! My local's guide takes you through a journey of the best Cyprus dishes the island has to offer!
Here is a simple, classic Greek/Cypriot stew. Beef, marinated overnight with easily sourced ingredients, and then slow cooked with salad onions and tomatoes. Beef may be replaced with rabbit or lamb. Or cut out the meat and use portobello mushrooms.
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INGREDIENTS 500g whitebait 75g plain flour 25g semolina 25g cornflour 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 teaspoon salt 1 pinch white pepper light flavour extra virgin olive oil for frying METHOD 1. Rinse the whitebait really well under cold water, about 3-4 times. Drain them an
Pumpkin pies/Cypriot kolokotes Κολοκοτες
Discover the best traditional food in Cyprus with this insiders' guide to Cypriot cuisine and the top 25 must-try dishes and drinks.
This traditional shallow-fried pork chunks, called tigania in Greek, features fork tender pork cooked with leeks and peppers in wine. It is as delicious as it sounds.
Elies Tsakistes (Coriander Crushed Olives) are a popular meze (appetiser) all throughout Cyprus. Elies Tsakistes are crushed green olives marinated with coriander seeds, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil. The word “tsakistes” in Greek translates to “cracked” because of the method used to make this olive dish. Traditionally each olive is cracked or crushed with […]
✅ Food in Cyprus is, to say the least; spectacular. You could literally spend weeks on the island and you will not run out of dishes to try!
In this vegan Cyprus guide, you'll find all you need to know about vegan eating and vegan living on the island of Cyprus. As told by a local!
If you’re looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, then Cypriot Koupes should definitely be on your list. These delicious finger foods are a staple in the Mediterranean island country of Cyprus and are often enjoyed as a breakfast item, a midday snack, or even as part of a meze platter. Koupes are essentially bulgur […]
The food in Cyprus is healthy and filling. Traditional Cyprus food dishes make the most of seasonal ingredients. Here are 10 of the best Cypriot recipes
Cypriot lentils with rice are known to the locals as fakes (lentils) moutzentra. A traditional dish enjoyed for the nourishment and tastiness it provides.
From strolling along the beautiful beaches to sipping on traditional Cyprus coffee in a quaint cafe, there’s something for everyone in Cyprus. Don’t miss out on the mouth-watering Cypri…
Greek Style Peas – Arakas Latheros
These mini flaounes or flaounitses as we call them, are easy to make and are an excellent snack and the perfect finger food for parties.
After World War II, many people of Greek Cypriot origin settled here in Australia. Australia’s Greek Cypriot population increased dramatically in the Forties and Fifties due to political ins…
Manestra- the BEST simple Greek comfort food made with orzo, ground beef (or lamb or turkey), onions, and tomato with mint and cinnamon.
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Eliotes are known as Olive Bread or Olive pies. It is a tradition in Cyprus to make these while fasting but as the years go by this tradition has expanded and we make these whenever we like. However, we still do eat them more so while fasting. Eliotes can be made in various ways such […]
Make your own Greek spice mixture. You can use it to add a little extra flavour to your Greek dishes. It goes well with poultry but also in many more recipes.
Cypriot keftedes are usually made with pork, though some cooks may combine pork with beef. Rest ingredients include grated potato and Cypriot flavors such as mint and cinnamon as well as lemons! If you are on diet, probably this Is not the lightest cypriot dish to cook, since, regardless of the ingredients, keftedes are usually […]
Koupes, is a street food we find in Cyprus, made of bulgur wheat and filled with ground meat, which is served as a snack or as part of a mezes dish.
Sweet Cypriot tsipopita Τσιποπιτα
Pourgouri is cracked wheat cooked with tomatoes and onions.A delightfully simple dish this is Cypriot village food at its best.Studded with strands of vermicelli, and cooked with earth cinnamon and stock, its just perfect with a huge dollop of creamy Greek yogurt.It can be eaten as a side, a great accompaniment to a roast chicken or with souvlakia, it works well with grilled halloumi, sliced bacon stirred through, or with mushrooms, peppers or whatever veg you fancy.Me, I keep it simple, I have
Have you ever bought bulgur wheat and wondered what else you could do with it after making tabbouleh salad? Solution: Cypriot Pilafi Pourgouri. But don’t worry, despite the way its name sound…
Gemista, “stuffed vegetables” is one of the most delicious dishes of the Cypriot cuzine which gives you the opportunity to utilize any extra tomatoes, peppers or any vegetable you may have in your fridge and can be stuffed! Many households choose the veggy version of the dish but in our version we use minced meat […]
Traditional Cypriot recipes include souvlakia (grilled meat kebabs), shaftalia (grilled sausage), afella (pork marinated in coriander), fried halloumi cheese, olives, pitta bread, kolokasi (root vegetables), lamb, artichokes, chickpeas and rabbit stews (stifado). Pepper, parsley, arugula,
