10 US Greek Cuisines To Try

Grilled skewers of marinated meat (usually lamb or chicken) served with pita bread and tzatziki sauce on the side.

Souvlaki

1

Thinly sliced seasoned meat (often pork, chicken, or lamb) wrapped in pita bread and topped with tomatoes, onions, and a yogurt-based sauce.

Gyro

2

 A light yogurt-based sauce with cucumber, garlic, and dill that is commonly served as a dip or with grilled meats.

Tzatziki

3

Grape leaves loaded with rice, spices, and occasionally ground meat.

Dolmades

4

 A simple yet tasty salad composed with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, red onions, and olive oil and oregano.

Greek Salad

5

 A simple yet tasty salad composed with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, red onions, and olive oil and oregano.

Baklava

6

 A traditional white bean soup made with tomatoes, vegetables, and herbs.

Fasolada

7

 A slow-cooked lamb meal seasoned with garlic, lemon, and herbs then baked till soft in parchment paper or foil.

Kleftiko

8

A delectable dessert comprised of custard and phyllo pastry layers soaked in sweet syrup.

Galaktoboureko

9

A fried cheese appetizer made with Kefalotyri or Halloumi cheese that is served with lemon for squeezing.

Saganaki

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