Tahini sauce is a traditional recipe from Cyprus. It is served alongside grilled meat dishes and is used in place of the typical tzatziki sauce that is used in Greece. The tahini sauce is a mixture of tahini paste (sesame paste), lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and water. By adjusting the amount of the water, it …
Dairy-Free
Mayonnaise-Free Potato Salad
This mayonnaise-free potato salad is a lighter version of the well-known potato salad recipe. Although it is called a salad, it is actually a side dish as it usually accompanies the main course. It is mainly served at casual meals such as barbecues, potlucks picnics, and weekday dinners. It is a popular menu choice when preparing …
Grilled Oyster Mushrooms
Grilled Octopus Salad
Braised Okra (Bamia)
Braised Okra (Bamia) in tomato sauce is a classic dish from the group of meals we (Greeks) call “oily” (lathera) since they do not have any animal protein. Traditionally are served as main dish, especially during fasting days, accompanied with a hefty slice of freshly baked bread. Since during Lenten periods and fasting days we …