As you may know, Greece is a country full of sea areas. Greek cuisine is well known for its fresh seafood and not just for the good meat. Fresh shrimps, squids, mussels and much more make Greek cuisine beloved by many. Surely you have noticed the fish taverns that exist everywhere. If not, don’t miss the chance to enjoy your meal there. Many of them are very close to the beach or to picturesque ports and they make your eating experience even better. Do not forget to order a glass (maybe more) of ouzo or tsipouro which are the best drinks for this kind of foods.
Some of the most famous seafood dishes you will find in Greece are:
- Steamed mussels: Olive oil, origano, lemon juice and garlic are some of the basic ingredients for this plate. A very simple recipe but enough to make your meal special.
- Saganaki mussels: Usually served in a frying pan, this dish is one of the most delicious and inexpensive dishes that you can find in the Greek taverna.
- Crispy fried squid or stuffed squid with feta: This is a very popular dish for the seafood lovers. The crispy fried squid has the rings shape around 2 cm. The stuffed squid with feta cheese is simple amazing and a favourite recipe for many Greeks.
- Octapus with pasta: A very traditional food which requires 1 or 2 pounds of octapus, tomato juice and 1 pound of pasta.
Now you have an idea about this type of food in Greece.
So, it’s time to learn the vocabulary for the seafood in Greek!
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