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Cyprus sprouts with cream and prosciutto
In a big, deep frying pan, fry the prosciutto in the olive oil, on medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the onion and garlic...
Pork burger with sundried tomatoes, mozzarella and anchovies
Mix all the ingredients together with the mince in a bowl, and combine well. Divide into 4 balls and form the burgers.
Warm a griddle/pan...
Sheftalies
Wash the lamb cauls with plenty of cold water and let them settle in water and vinegar for a little while.
Soak the bread crumbs...
Loukaniko Pitsilias – Pitsilia Sausage
Pitsilia sausage is produced in the Pitsilia region from pork minced meat that is “cooked” ( matured) in the dry red wine of the...
Brandy Sour
The national cocktail of the island is undoubtedly the famous Brandy Sour, and although it is also enjoyed in other parts of the world,...
Teratsia chicken
Wash and dry the carob twigs, and place in an ovenproof dish or pan.
Wash and dry the chicken, season it well and then place...
Hiromeri
For a taste of the real Cyprus, you should try a glass of wine or perhaps the fiery spirit zivania accompanied by one or...
Kaseri saganaki
Cut the cheese into slices around 3x6cm and 1cm thick. Mix cumin and corn flour and coat the cheese in it. Keep to one...
‘Varosiotiki’ salad
Salads were traditionally one of the dishes ‘dominating’ the Cypriot table. The ‘Varosiotiki’ salad, a recipe by chef Ermis Panayiotou, can easily be the...
Celebrity chef shares recipe for ‘Kalon Prama’ (video)
Celebrity Greek-Cypriot chef Loulla Astin based in Manchester has shared her delicious recipe for semolina cake -- 'Kalon Prama' with the internet through a...
Ravioles
This is pasta with a very Cypriot twist! The Ravioles (ravioli) are handmade village pasta made with flour, olive oil and eggs and has...
Halloumi, watermelon and mint salad
Halloumi cheese and fresh, juicy watermelon are a fantastic salty-sweet pair. In Cyprus, fresh halloumi slices are served with watermelon for breakfast or dessert,...
Afelia
Cubes of tender, pork meat (shoulder or belly pork) are marinated in wine, coriander seeds, olive oil and bay leaves and seasoned with salt...
Octopus in red wine
Wash the octopus thoroughly and place in the pressure cooker with the whole onion, the cloves and the peppercorns. Add 1/3 cup water (so...
Cyprus potato salad
Try this warm Cyprus potato and tomato salad with feta and oregano for a classic taste of the Mediterranean!
Ingredients
Serves: 4
4 large Cypriot potatoes, scrubbed...
Tahinosalata
Beat the tahini with water, salt and garlic in a blender for a few seconds, and then add the lemon juice a tablespoon at...
Poulles (Υoung kolokassi)
Either you thrash the coriander seeds in a mortar, without making them into dust, or you gradually crush them in a blender.
Remove the edges...
Pork cooked in wine
Crush the coriander seeds in a pestle and mortar or pulse-blend in a blender, taking care not to over-grind.
Put the meat in bowl (not...
Lefkaritikos tavas – O ‘protinos’
Wash and dry the meat and rice separately.
In a ‘tava’ (oven proof deep clay pot) first put a layer of five-six pieces of meat...
Local cuisine: An introduction
Rich in fresh ingredients and tasty herbs, offers the very best of Mediterranean culinary delights. Head out to a tavern and feast on a...
Spiced lamb with beetroot salad and scented yoghurt
Lay the lamb on a tray, skin side down. Rub with crushed garlic, sprinkle with spices and ground pistachios, wrap in plastic wrap and...
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Local Food
Cyprus sprouts with cream and prosciutto
In a big, deep frying pan, fry the prosciutto in the olive oil, on medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the onion and garlic...
Local Food
Pork burger with sundried tomatoes, mozzarella and anchovies
Mix all the ingredients together with the mince in a bowl, and combine well. Divide into 4 balls and form the burgers.
Warm a griddle/pan...
Local Food
Sheftalies
Wash the lamb cauls with plenty of cold water and let them settle in water and vinegar for a little while.
Soak the bread crumbs...
Local Food
Loukaniko Pitsilias – Pitsilia Sausage
Pitsilia sausage is produced in the Pitsilia region from pork minced meat that is “cooked” ( matured) in the dry red wine of the...