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Traditional Recipes

Traditional Recipes

Traditional Recipes

Traditional Recipes

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«Καττιμέρκα» <br/> Πηγή: Μουσείο Κυπριακών Τροφίμων και Διατροφής

Kattimeri

A pitta with cinnamon, sugar and honey, cooked on a metal nonstick surface with little or no oil.

«Καττιμέριν τυλιχτό» <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου

Kattimeri roll

A syrupy dessert. The dough is brushed with oi, spread with a mixture of cinnamon, almonds and sugar and then rolledl, twisted and placed in the baking pan in a circle, to form…

«Καττούες» <br/> Πηγή: E. Michael Smith, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:EMS-106929-MediumShells-rule.JPG

Kattoúes - shell pasta in the oven

After being lightly boiled in a pot, the pasta shells are baked in the oven in a mixture of eggs, milk, halloumi and spearmint. A modern recipe from the village of Kourdali in the…

Κεφτέδες με γιαούρτι και σαλάτα (Μαγειρεύω Κυπριακά 2015). <br/> © Μουσείο Κυπριακών Τροφίμων και Διατροφής.

Keftedes - fried meat balls

Delicious meat balls made with minced meat and grated potatoes.

Κεφτέδες. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Keftedes - patties for fasting

A variation of the meatballs recipe, suitable for fasting periods or for vegetarians. Zucchini and carrots are used instead of minced meat.

Τα ξηρά κουκιά αποτελούν τη βάση της συνταγής. <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπουργείο Γεωργίας.

Keftedes - patties with broad beans and leek.

A variation of the keftedes recipe, using broad beans and leek, baked in the oven. Suitable for fasting periods or for vegetarians.

Κολοκύθι κόκκινο. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Keftedes - patties with butternut squash.

A vegetarian variation of the keftedes recipe, using butternut squash. The recipe comes from the monastery of Agia Irene in Limassol, and is related to the monastic diet in Cyprus…

Στρουθκιά. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Keftedes - patties with strouthoúthkia.

A variation of the keftédes recipe using wild greens (strouthouthkia) and potatoes, suitable for fasting periods or for vegetarians.

Φασόλια άσπρα και κόκκινα, σαλάτα. <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπουργείο Γεωργίας.

Kidney bean salad

A well-known Greek recipe, prepared with traditional and healthy ingredients of the Cypriot cuisine.

Κιτρόμηλα (νεράντζια). <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπουργείο Γεωργίας.

Kitromiláda - Bitter orange Squash

Similar to lemonada and portokalada, kitromilada (bitter orange squash) is a refreshing beverage when diluted with cold water.

«Κκιοφτέρκα» <br/> Πηγή: Ζηνοβία Χαραλάμπους

Kkiofterka

"Kkiofterka are prepared just like ppalouze. When ppalouzes is ready to eat, we cut it in small square or long pieces and place them in a shady, cool place to dry' (Antroulla…

Κουλούμπρα σκορδαλιά (Μαγειρεύω Κυπριακά 2013). <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Kohlrabi with garlic

Kohlrabi boiled and combined with garlic and batter. The recipe comes from Deryneia in the Famagusta district and is generally prepared in the area of Kokkinohoria.

Αποξηραμένα χοιρινά παγίδια. <br/> Πηγή https://www.flickr.com/photos/babeinthecitykl/5361698673/

Kokkaloú cured pork ribs

The method of preparation of kokkalou is reminiscent of lountza. Cured kokkalou is cut into pieces and either barbecued or fried.

Κόλλυβα. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Kollyfa - Kollyva

"... when the wheat is dry, we put it together with all the other ingredients in the paneri (nuts, pomegranate, raisins, sesame seeds and aniseed), mix them well and they are…

Κολλυφόζουμο (Μαγειρεύω Κυπριακά 2015). <br/> © Μουσείο Κυπριακών Τροφίμων και Διατροφής.

Kollyfozoumo

We may have associated kollyfozoumo with poverty, but it is a delicious and delicate cream with a ceremonial character and a delicate taste, made by adding cornflour and other…

Κολοκάσι καουρμάς.

Kolokasi (taro root) kaourmas

"... while sautéing the kolokas, peel the potatoes and add them in the pot. Add the tomato juice, celery, salt and pepper and simmer.” (Andri Demetriou, Kyperounda)

Κολοκάσι καππαμάς. <br/> © Μουσείο Κυπριακών Τροφίμων και Διατροφής.

Kolokasi (taro root) kappamas

In this dish, kolokasi is combined with lamb. Both are marinated in wine and fried. The recipe comes from Milia in Mesaoria.

Κολοκάσι με κουπέπια. Πιάτο από τον διαγωνισμό Μαγειρεύω Κυπριακά 2013. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Kolokasi (taro root) with koupepia

In this dish, kolokasi is combined with koupepia (stuffed vine leaves). After the kolokasi is sautéd, the koupepia are placed on top and cooked together in tomato sauce.

Κολοκάσι γιαχνί με χοιρινό (Μαγειρεύω Κυπριακά 2015). <br/> © Μουσείο Κυπριακών Τροφίμων και Διατροφής.

Kolokasi (taro) yahní with pork

"Put the taro in a bowl and squeeze half of the lemon on top. Cut the meat into small pieces, [...] and sauté until golden brown. Then add the onion, celery and tomato and simmer…

«Ψημένες κολοκωτές» <br/> Πηγή: Ζηνοβία Χαραλάμπους

Kolokotes - Butternut squash pies

Usually, the preparation of kolokotes was and still is associated with the fasting period before Christmas and Easter, since they are a delicious, fasting dish.