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    Traditional Greek Recipes

    Published: Nov 25, 2022 · Modified: Mar 21, 2024 by Neriz · This post contains some affiliate links.

    Have you ever wanted to try Greek cooking at home? Then look at this list of easy and traditional Greek food recipes! An excellent starting point for any beginner in a Greek kitchen!

    Which one should you try first? Hands down, the delicious vegetable dish, Kolokithokeftedes (Greek zucchini fritters) — an appetizer that’s also excellent as a snack.

    It’s so simple and yet packed with so much flavor!

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