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National Dish Greece: Skioufichta (Recipe)
Discover Skioufichta, a wonderfully rustic pasta from Greece’s mountainous Epirus region. Each little twist is shaped by …
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No dish is officially crowned in Greece, yet moussaka comes closest — layered eggplant and spiced lamb under a golden béchamel. Begin with our Moussaka recipe and work through 201 authentic Greek recipes.
The Most Famous Greek Dishes
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Moussaka
Discover Moussaka, one of Greece's best-loved national dishes! This comforting bake layers tender aubergine with a richly spiced minced meat sauce and a generous topping of melted …
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Avgolemono
Discover Avgolemono, the silky egg-and-lemon soup that sits at the heart of the Greek table. This comforting bowl brings together rich chicken broth, beaten egg and a generous …
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Fasolada
Say hello to Fasolada, the humble bean soup that many Greeks proudly call their true national dish. This wholesome, vegan bowl brings together creamy white beans, ripe tomatoes and …
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Melomakarona
Discover Melomakarona, one of Greece's most cherished festive treats! These tender, spiced honey biscuits are soaked in fragrant syrup and crowned with chopped walnuts, filling the …
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Gyros
Discover Gyros, the dish that more than any other captures the flavour of Greece! Marinated meat, slowly grilled until golden and tucked into warm pita with crisp salad, onion and …
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Pastitsio
Discover Pastitsio, one of Greece's best-loved comfort classics! This generous baked dish layers tender macaroni with a richly seasoned minced meat sauce and a golden, creamy …
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Gyros Pita
Discover Gyros Pita, one of Greece's most beloved street foods! Tender, well-seasoned meat, crisp fresh vegetables and a generous swirl of cool, herby sauce all come wrapped in …
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Horiatiki
Say kalimera to Greek Salad, the sun-soaked classic that captures the spirit of a Greek summer on a single plate. Built from ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sharp red onion, briny …
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Bougatsa
Discover Bougatsa, the golden Greek pastry that wakes up cafés and bakeries across the country every morning! Crisp, paper-thin layers of filo wrap a soft, fragrant vanilla …
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Stifado
Meet Stifado, one of Greece's most comforting classics! This rich, slow-cooked stew brings together tender beef and a generous tumble of small onions, simmered gently in red wine …
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National Dish Greece: Sfakiani Bougatsa (Recipe)
Meet Sfakiani Bougatsa, a much-loved treat from the rugged region of Sfakia on the island of Crete. These crisp little parcels …
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National Dish Greece: Saganaki Garides (Recipe)
Discover Saganaki Garides, a classic of the Greek table that is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate. Plump prawns …
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National Dish Greece: Saganaki (Recipe)
Meet Saganaki, one of Greece’s most irresistible bites: a slab of cheese fried until it wears a crisp, golden crust while …
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National Dish Greece: Rotschka (Recipe)
Say hello to Rotschka, a gloriously rich Greek bake that layers tender aubergine with savoury spiced mince and a blanket of creamy …
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National Dish Greece: Roast Chicken (Recipe)
Say hello to Psito Kotopoulo, the Greek oven-roasted chicken that turns a handful of humble ingredients into something truly …
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National Dish Greece: Rizopita (Recipe)
Say kalispéra to Rizopita, the comforting Greek rice pie that turns a few humble ingredients into something special. Encased in …
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National Dish Greece: Rizogalo (Recipe)
Treat yourself to Rizogalo, the creamy Greek rice pudding that tastes of sunshine and slow afternoons by the sea. Simple to make …
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National Dish Greece: Riganada (Recipe)
Say hello to Riganada, a rustic Greek favourite that captures sunshine on a plate. Slices of crusty bread are toasted until …
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National Dish Greece: Revithokeftedes (Recipe)
Say hello to Revithokeftedes, the crisp little chickpea fritters that capture everything wonderful about Greek cooking. Naturally …
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National Dish Greece: Revithia Soupa (Recipe)
Meet Revithia Soupa, a soul-warming Greek chickpea soup that turns the humblest of ingredients into something truly comforting. …
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National Dish Greece: Revithia Fournou (Recipe)
Say hello to Revithia Fournou, a wonderfully homely chickpea dish from the heart of Greek cooking. Built on just a handful of …
Read more →What is the national dish of Greece?
Greece has no single official national dish, but moussaka is the one most often given that title — layered eggplant and spiced lamb under a golden béchamel. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 200 more authentic Greek recipes.
What food is Greece famous for?
Beyond moussaka, Greece is famous for dishes like Avgolemono, Fasolada and Melomakarona. This page collects 201 authentic Greek recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.