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Tsoureki, Greek Easter bread ham and cheese sandwich - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes
Make a simple ham and cheese sandwich, (or jambon kai tyri sandwich as we say in Greek) using tsoureki, Greek Easter bread rolls. In less than five minutes you will have the perfect snack or light meal using deli ham and sliced cheese.
Best Greek koulourakia recipes - Mia Kouppa
Koulourakia are Greek cookies, or biscuits, that come in a variety of shapes, including twists and braids. They are often flavoured with citrus or vanilla although many other flavours can be used as well. Koulourakia are excellent cookies to serve with coffee or milk, because they are perfect for dunking!
Greek Chickpea soup, Revithosoupa (Ρεβιθόσουπα) - Mia Kouppa, Traditional Greek recipes
Revithosoupa, a Greek chickpea soup, is a hearty and rustic vegan soup made with a few simple ingredients. Chickpeas, carrots, celery, onion, leeks, garlic, olive oil and some herbs and spices combine to make this traditional and easy Greek recipe..
Tsoureki, Greek sweet Easter bread, rolls or muffins - Mia Kouppa
The traditional Greek sweet Easter bread, tsoureki, baked in individual portions as either muffins or rolls. Made with eggs, butter, the perfect amount of sugar, and flavoured with masticha and mahlepi. The texture is light and fluffy, and the recipe is fail-proof!
Easy Greek Recipes - Mia Kouppa, Traditional Greek Recipe Resource
Mia Kouppa is the expert of Greek cooking that you need in your life! From our Greek home to your kitchen! This collection of easy Greek recipes is going to find itself on regular repeat in your kitchen! Here you will find Greek classics like makaronia me kima (Greek spaghetti and meat sauce), roasted lemon potatoes and pork or chicken souvlaki. Learn how to make tzatziki, a traditional Greek salad, and so much more. These recipes that will make you a master of the Greek kitchen!
What to do with leftover tsoureki, Greek Easter bread - Mia Kouppa
Tsoureki is the sweet Greek Easter bread that is flavoured typically with masticha and mahlepi. This delicious and traditional bread is usually made during Greek Pascha. Extra tsoureki is a great thing, and here are some wonderful ideas of what to do with leftover tsoureki. It can be used in some creative and delicious ways!
Skordalia, Greek garlic mashed potatoes (Σκορδαλιά) - Mia Kouppa, Traditional Greek recipes
This classic Greek garlic mashed potatoes, or spread is not for the faint of heart! Intense garlic flavour, a slight tang from the vinegar, and richness from the potato and oil makes skordalia a really special recipe. Serve along with some fried cod (Bakaliaro) for a traditional Greek meal.
Tsoureki French toast, Greek Easter bread French toast - Mia Kouppa
Delicious French toast made with tsoureki, the sweet, Greek Easter bread that is flavoured with masticha and mahlepi. The bread elevates an already delicious French Toast to another level. Top with fresh fruit and real maple syrup for a truly special breakfast.
Lahanorizo, Greek cabbage and rice - Mia Kouppa
Lahanorizo is a Greek cabbage and rice recipe that is an easy, one pot meal. This vegan recipe is perfect for quick dinners. Made with simple ingredients like rice, cabbage, olive oil onioin, leek and garlic this is a perfect meal that will please everyone. Season simply with dill, lemon and salt and pepper for a rustic Greek classic dining experience.
Galatopita, Greek milk custard pie - Mia Kouppa
Galatopita, or galopita, is a Greek milk custard pie made without phyllo or a crust. It is a simple combination of milk, eggs, sugar, semolina and a bit of butter. Baked with a light dusting of cinnamon, this is a classic Greek dessert served especially at Easter time.
2025 Great Lent Meal Plan - Mia Kouppa
A meal plan for Great Lent 2025. A daily meal plan which includes ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks or desserts for the entire period of Great Lent and Holy Week. Starting on Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera, March 3) and ending on Orthodox Easter Sunday (Pascha, April 20th) there are amazing dairy-free, egg-free and meat-free recipe ideas. The major holidays during this period are also highlighted and you also have a shopping list for staples and some of my must-have sweets during Lent.
Rizogalo / Greek Rice pudding (Ρυζόγαλο) - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes and more
Rizogalo is a Greek rice pudding that is made simply with a few simple ingredients like rice, milk, sugar and vanilla topped with a sprinkling of cinnamon. The result is a creamy rice pudding that is often served as dessert, or even for breakfast.
Greek roast chicken and Greek-style lemon potatoes (Κοτόπουλο λεμονάτο με πατάτες) - Mia Kouppa
The best recipe for roasted chicken and Greek-style potatoes full of lemon flavour and roasted to perfection. Kotopoulo lemonato me patates is a winner meal that is easy to make and goes so well with a side salad and some tzatziki.
Greek Mountain tea (Tsai tou vounou) - Mia Kouppa
A Greek herbal tea, called tsai tou vounou (or mountain tea) in Greek is made by boiling flowering plants called Sideritis. This is often found and harvested on the mountains of Greece, hence its name. It is a wonderful, fragrant and flavourful tea that is caffeine-free and perfect any time of the day.
Marble cake (Κέικ βανίλια και σοκολάτα) - Mia Kouppa
A classic Greek marble cake made with olive oil. The delicious swirls of chocolate and vanilla, and a moise and delicate crumb make this the only marble cake recipe you will need. Serve simply with a light dusting of icing sugar. This is a perfect way to end a meal, or to enjoy as a sweet breakfast or snack.
Greek baklava cinnamon rolls - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes
Cinnamon rolls that taste just like your favourite Greek baklava! The filling of these soft, buttery and perfectly sweet cinnamon rolls is made with all the goodness of baklava. A honey butter spread topped with chopped walnuts and almonds and a drizzle of honey all wrapped up and baked until golden. To finish it off, top these cinnamon rolls with a sweet honey glaze and some more chopped nuts.
Herbed orzo with chickpeas, Kritharaki me votana ke revithia (Κριθαράκι με βότανα και ρεβίθια) - Mia Kouppa
A delicious meal, side, or salad that is made with orzo pasta, fresh herbs and chickpeas. The dressing is simply made with olive oil, lemon juice and lemon zest. Seasoning with salt and pepper is all you need to make this recipe complete!
Greek Soutzoukakia with rice(Σουτζουκάκια με ρύζι) - Mia Kouppa
Soutzoukakia are traditional Greek meal. They are a cross between hamburgers and meatballs, served in a rich tomato sauce. The ground meat is delicately flavoured and cooked until tender. I like to pair mine with rice and vegetables like delicious and vibrant peas.
Yiouvarlakia with avgolemono (Γιουβαρλάκια αβγολέμονο) - Mia Kouppa
Yiouvarlakia are Greek meatballs made with ground meat and rice. They are boiled until cooked through and then an egg lemon (avgolemono) sauce is added to the pot. The meatballs are served with a creamy, frothy and tangy broth. This is pure Greek comfort food.
Rooster with pasta and tomato sauce (Kokora kokkinisto me makaronia) Mia Kouppa - Greek recipes
A traditional Greek recipe of rooster stewed in a rich and fragrant tomato sauce. This meal is typically served over thick pasta noodles that are coated generously with grated mizithra cheese. Kokora kokkinisto me makaronia, as it is called in Greek, is a meal that is often served on New Year's Day.
Maroulosalata (Greek lettuce salad) (Psilokomeni) - Mia Kouppa
Maroulosalata, sometimes called psilokomeni, is a classic Greek lettuce salad made of finely chopped lettuce, some spring onions, cucumber and the most delicious herb vinaigrette. It is the perfect side to almost everything. This light, fresh and incredibly flavourful salad is sure to become a favourite once you try it!
Greek green beans baked with chicken and potatoes - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes
A classic Greek one pan meal of fresh green beans baked alongside chicken and potatoes in a rich tomato sauce. This is rustic and humble, traditional Greek home cooking. Serve it with some feta, olives, fresh bread and wine for an experience like you would find in a village in Greece.
Greek melomakarona trifle - Mia Kouppa
A layered trifle made with Greek melomakarona (orange, nut and honey) cookies layered with a homemade orange custard, oranges, chopped cookies, walnuts and topped with an orange flavoured whipped cream. This is a show stopping dessert, and would make a great center piece to your holiday table.
Sticky toffee cinnamon buns with dates - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes
Make sticky toffee cinnamon buns sweetened with dates and topped with a toffee syrup. These cinnamon rolls are so soft and buttery, and every bite is a dream! The filling is made with a butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and Medjool date spread. After the buns are baked, they are topped with a sweet and sticky toffee syrup that you make on the stovetop with brown sugar, butter, and cream. This finishing touch makes them perfect.
Greek butter koulourakia with a chocolate twist - Mia Kouppa
Greek cookies (koulourakia) made with butter and designed with a chocolate twist. These two-toned and two-flavoured cookies have a soft and crumbly texture. They require simple ingredients like cocoa powder, icing sugar, flour, butter and eggs and are easy to make, and even easier to enjoy!
Orange and cranberry olive oil cake - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes and more
An elegant cake that is so easy to make and is perfect for breakfast, dessert or snacking. The combination of tart cranberries, the bright citrus flavour of orange juice and zest and the rich, fragrant taste of the olive oil make this a delicious cake. The crumb of the cake is perfect!
Greek chicken with tomato sauce and peas (Κοτόπουλο κοκκινιστό με αρακά) - Mia Kouppa
A traditional Greek one-pot meal of chicken pieces cooked alongside potatoes, carrots and peas in a flavourful tomato sauce. This rustic Greek recipe is made with only a few simple and common ingredients, and the result is incredible. Serve with bread, olives and feta for a complete Greek feast.
Halva with apple and raspberry (Χαλβάς με μήλο και βατόμουρο) - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes
Greek dessert with two flavours! This halva is made with semolina, apple and raspberry. This egg free and dairy free dessert is perfect for lent and does not require baking in the oven. It requires only simple ingredients and is easy to make.
Greek Semolina halva with petimezi - Mia Kouppa, Greek recipes
Semolina halva made with grape molasses (petimezi in Greek), filled with walnuts and topped with sesame seeds. The syrup is made with grape juice as well, adding to the rich, wonderful flavour of this halva. A perfect lenten and vegan dessert!