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Cypriot Recipes: From Then to Now

Explore traditional recipes from Cyprus that are closely tied to the island’s heritage and history — and maybe even try making a few yourself!

Traditional Recipes

Traditional Recipes

Traditional Recipes

Traditional Recipes

Λουβί ξηρό. <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπουργείο Γεωργίας.

Louvi (black-eyed beans) with glintous (green amaranth leaves)

"In a pot, place the louvi, the glintous, the oil and the salt and cook. Serve with a dash of vinegar or lemon." (Haritos Haritou, Kyperounda)

Λουβκιά με χοιρομέρι (Μαγειρεύω Κυπριακά 2014). <br/> Πηγή: Κατερίνα Λαζάρου.

Louvi (black-eyed beans) with hiromeri (smoked pork ham)

A unique recipe with a combination of ingredients inspired by the traditional Cypriot cuisine.

Λουβκιά με κουλούμπρα, λάχανα και σκόρδο (Μαγειρεύω Κυπριακά 2014). <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Louvi (black-eyed beans) with kouloumbra (kohlrabi) and lahana (Swiss chards)

The recipe comes from Sotira village in Famagusta region, where this dish was very popular. It was a nutritious and hearty meal which the people of the village used to take with…

Λουβκιά με τα λάχανα. <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπουργείο Γεωργίας.

Louvi (black-eyed beans) with láhana (Swiss chards)

A simple and very popular recipe and dish, served with olive oil, lemon juice, and accompanied with tomatoes and olives.

Λουβί ξερό. <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπουργείο Γεωργίας.

Louvi (black-eyed beans) with lapsánes (charlocks)

A very simple and easy recipe, based on boiling louvi with lapsanes are served with olive oil and lemon juice.

Αμυγδαλωτά, πλασμένα σε μπαλίτσες. <br/> Πηγή: robotpolisher, https://www.flickr.com/photos/lintbrush/336515229

Macaroons

Sweets made from a mixture of sugar, ground almonds and rose essence. This particular delicacy, found in many countries of the world, was incorporated into Cypriot cuisine in…

Μαγειρίτσα.

Magiritsa soup

Magiritsa is a traditional soup prepared at Easter in many parts of Greece. Since the 1960s it has become common in Cyprus as well.

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

Mahallepi - Muhallebi

A delicious Middle Eastern milk pudding that only requires a few simple ingredients."In the old days we used to grind the rice using a hand mill. Now the flour is ready." (Pepa…

«Μακαρόνια του φούρνου» <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου

Makaronia tou fournou - pastitsio

"In the baking dish arrange the pasta. Add the minced meat on top. Then add the béchamel sauce. Grate some dry anari on top" (Panagiota Savva, Agios Ioannis Agrou - Limassol).

Μολόχες φρέσκες. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Mallows with eggs

After they have been lightly sautéed, the mallows are fried in a mixture of beaten eggs and a little vinegar.

Φρέσκες μολόχες. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Mallows with garlic

"When the garlic is browned, add the mallows, some salt and half a cup of water." (Anna Sergiou, Komi Kepir Kyrenia)

Μολόχες φρέσκες. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Mallows with rice

" Sauté the onion lightly in the oil. Add the water, mallows, salt and the tomato pulp." (Melani Michaelides, Asgata, Limassol)

Μανταρινάδα. <br/> Πηγή: jacqueline, https://www.flickr.com/photos/sweetbeetandgreenbean/4263236140

Mandarináda - Mandarin Squash

A refreshing summer drink that can be easily prepared at home and stored for a long time. For the preparation of mandarin squash, the juice of Arakapa mandarins is boiled together…

Ακτινίδια. <br/> Πηγή: https://pixabay.com/en/kiwifruit-fruit-kiwi-food-fresh-400143/

Marmelada aktinidio - kiwi Jam

A recipe for jam made with a special, sweet and sour fruit - kiwiwhich became popular in Cyprus in more recent years.

Δαμάσκηνες. <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπουργείο Γεωργίας.

Marmelada damaskino - plum jam

The plum (purnella, as it is called in Cyprus), is a sweet summer fruit, suitable for making jam and juice.

Μαρμελάδες. <br/> Άδεια δημοσίευσης: Υπoυργείο Γεωργίας.

Marmelada esperidoïdon - citrus marmalade

For the preparation of this bittersweet marmalade a variety of citrus fruit is used: orange, bitter orange, grapefruit, mandarin and lemon.

Μαρμελάδα φράουλα. <br/> Πηγή: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Az-Strawberry_jam,_making_by_e-citizen_%28moonsun1981%29.JPG

Marmelada fraoula - strawberry jam

One of the most favoured types of jam.

Μαρμελάδα χρυσόμηλο. <br/> Πηγή: Βαρβάρα Γιάγκου.

Marmelada hrysomilo - apricot jam

"Wash the apricots and pit them.Put them in a pot with water to cook. When they are very soft, put them in a mixer to turn them into a pulp." (Sotira Eleftheriou, Kyperounda)

Μαρμελάδα μαραπέλλα, απλωμένη σε ψωμί. <br/> Πηγή: Horia Varlan, https://www.flickr.com/photos/horiavarlan/4268226019/in/photostream/

Marmelada marapella - santa rosa plum jam

The Santa Rosa variety is used for this fragrant and delicious jam.

Μόσφιλα. <br/> Πηγή: Στάλω Λαζάρου.

Marmelada mosfilo - azarole fruit jam

"Take the azarole fruit, wash them and put them in a deep pot with plenty of water to boil and soften. Then strain them through a mesh strainer to obtain only the juice..." (…