Improving Your Restaurant's Menu

Whether you already love Greek food or you've yet to try it yet, restaurants offering Mediterranean food are widely available and loved throughout America. In fact, you may find that your local area offers some delicious Greek dishes.

These are some of the Greek foods you should try to ensure you have a solid understanding of the cuisine and everything it has to offer.

Souvlaki

Souvlaki is a Greek street food option. Souvalaki is typically made with pork, chicken, or lamb that is cut into small pieces and marinated with herbs, spices, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic.

The meat is then skewered and grilled to perfection on an outdoor charcoal grill. The is served in either a wrap or as a platter accompanied by some Greek salad and tzatziki.

Tiropites

Tiropites are Greek pastries made with layers of phyllo dough and a savory, cheesy filling. The traditional filling is usually made with feta cheese, ricotta, and eggs.

The pastry is then folded into triangles or squares before baking until it turns golden and crisp. It's a popular appetizer and can be served hot or cold, depending on your preference.

Moussaka

Moussaka is a Greek casserole dish made with layers of eggplant, potatoes, and ground meat. It's seasoned with herbs and spices, like oregano and cinnamon for added flavor.

The meat is cooked until it's tender, then layered with the eggplant and potatoes. The dish is then topped with a creamy béchamel sauce before being baked until it's bubbly and golden brown.

You can serve moussaka with a side of Greek salad or some pita bread.

Baklava

Baklava is a rich and sweet pastry. It's made with layers of flaky phyllo dough, nuts, honey, and spices.

The dough is layered with the nuts and then cut into diamonds before being drenched with a sweet honey syrup. It's a fabulous dessert choice.

Spanakopita

Spanakopita is a savory spinach pie. This dish is made with phyllo dough and is filled with a mix of spinach, feta cheese, eggs, onions, garlic, and dill. The dough is layers of butter and carefully folded around the filling before it's placed in the oven to bake.

Some chefs get quite creative with their spanakopita. You may find some variations of this dish that include olives, tomatoes, mushrooms, and even ground beef.

Check Out Greek Food For Yourself

These are just a few of the many Greek dishes you can find at your local Mediterranean restaurant. From souvlaki to spanakopita, Greek foods offer a variety of flavors and textures you're sure to love.