Food by Maria

Homemade 🇬🇷Greek-Style Potato Chips 🤤+ AIR FRYER GIVEAWAY! (recipe below👇) I grew up in my parents’ Greek restaurant, and when I was really hungry after a long school day, I’d head back to the fryer and make french fries tossed with greek seasoning and topped with olives, feta, oregano and tzatziki. These Greek-style potato chips are inspired by that childhood memory, and they’re made extra crispy in my @cuisinartcanada Basket Air Fryer! These chips get SO crispy, and they’re perfect for loading up with all of my favorite Greek toppings. 🚨HERE’S HOW YOU CAN WIN AN AIR FRYER! Be sure to follow @cuisinartcanada Enter by commenting on your favourite chip flavour/air fryer recipe The giveaway will conclude on July 12, 2024. GOOD LUCK! Comment ‘RECIPE’ and we’ll send the recipe straight to your DMs 💌 or bookmark the recipe below! 👇 Homemade Greek-Style Potato Chips Serves 1-2 2 russet potatoes 1 tbsp olive oil 3/4 tsp garlic powder 3/4 tsp onion powder 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp salt pinch of pepper ¼ - ½ crumbled feta cheese lemon zest (optional) Slice the potatoes super thin with a knife or on a mandolin if you have one - about 1/16 inch. In a large bowl add all the potato slices and fill with cold water, even adding some ice cubes to keep the water cold. Let soak for 30 minutes. Drain the potatoes and pat them as dry as you can. Add the dried potatoes to a dry bowl and season with olive oil. Toss to coat, ensuring all of the slices are seasoned. Set the air fryer to 350F. Cook in batches and make sure you only have about one layer at a time of potatoes in the bottom of the basket, it’s ok if the potatoes are overlapping. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Repeat with potatoes until they’re all cooked. Once all chips are cooked, season with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, pepper and toss gently. Top with crumbled feta and lemon zest (if desired). Follow @foodbymaria for delicious Greek Greek-

As someone who spends the majority of my time in the kitchen, it’s important to look at ways I can reduce food waste. Did you know that 43% of food waste in the U.S. happens at the household level? The idea that so much food goes to waste when there are so many people who don’t even have access to healthy food breaks my heart, so it’s important to me to do my part to help reduce waste. 1. Take inventory of your groceries before buying or consuming others. 2. Meal Plan - plan out exact ingredients you need to avoid unnecessary waste. 3. Food Storage - store your food properly - simple hacks can help you save dollars and days on certain household food items. 4. Lastly, composting for me is a must. I have the Lomi Bloom from @GetLomi and it’s seriously one of the best things in my kitchen. @GetLomi Bloom reduces my waste footprint and also rewards me for getting rid of waste the right way, all while tracking my household impact. What’s really cool about Lomi is that it’ll save you money. That’s right! Every time you run a cycle you’ll earn points which you can redeem for free products from @GetLomi and other brands. Once Lomi is full, push the button and in just 4 hours you’ll have nutrient-rich plant food for your garden or for plants. Say goodbye to stinky compost bins or garbage cans in your kitchen. Read more abut how you can reduce waste by clicking the link in my bio! Here’s a fun recipe made out of ingredients I have left over in the fridge! Try it - it’s delicious! Ingredients: 3 tbsp lemon juice 1 1/2 cups watermelon 1 garlic clove 2 tbsp chopped red onion 1/4 tsp chili flakes 1 tsp salt 1/3 cup olive oil 1 mini cucumber, sliced into rounds 1 cup feta cubes 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup green olives Continued in the comments! #getlomi #wastefree #wastefreerecipes #lomibloom

Welcome back to Episode 27 of All Things Greek. Today we are making Maroulosalata (Greek Lettuce Salad). This is a salad I’ve grown up on. My mom would always make this salad, still does to this day, and it’s such a popular Greek dish that’s super simple to make (but tastes like a ton of effort went into it). This salad only has 5 ingredients - CAN YOU BELIEVE IT! It takes under 10 minutes to put together. All you have to do is chop, toss and combine with a lemon olive oil “dressing”. This seriously has got to be one of the easiest (but flavorful) salads you can make! SHE’S easy, quick, fresh and something you need to try IMMEDIATELY! Here’s all you need! 1 ½ heads romaine lettuce 5 sprigs green onion 1/3 cup fresh dill chopped 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 tbsp. vinegar (or substitute with lemon juice) 1 tsp. salt ½ tsp. black pepper Instructions: 1. Wash the romaine lettuce and chop to your desired size. 2. Transfer to a large bowl. 3. Thinly slice the green onion and add it to the bowl along with the freshly chopped dill. 4. Add the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. 5. Mix to combine, and adjust seasoning to taste. 6. Serve this delicious salad as a side dish to any meal!! #greekrecipes #greece #greeksalads #greekfood #food

Arayes (Meat-Stuffed Crispy Pita): Chicken & Feta edition! You’ve never had anything this juicy, quick and easy! Comment ‘recipe please’ and I’ll send the full recipe to your DMs 💌 When @thegoldenbalance shared these months ago, I tried them with beef and they were phenomenal. You all agreed! So we’re bring it back for round 2, but this time with a non-traditional chicken and feta filling. Arayes are a classic Lebanese & Syrian street food. (There’s also an Egyptian version called Hawawshi.) They’re fried or grilled meat-stuffed pita that is popular in Middle Eastern cuisine. They are usually stuffed with minced meat like beef or lamb, along with a combination of aromatic seasonings and spices. Think of them as a better, Middle Eastern version of a pizza pocket. These are so tasty and your whole family will love them (even the picky eaters). They’re incredible easy to make, perfect for a quick dinner and a party friendly! Arayes are usually served with a creamy Tahini or Yoghurt Sauce. Comment ‘RECIPE’ to get the full recipe sent straight to your DMs or BOOKMARK the chicken cutlet recipe below 👇 RECIPE: Chicken & Feta Arayes (get the full recipe for the Tzatziki on my website, link in my bio!) Serves 3 3 pitas (5-6 inches in diameter), halved�1 lb ground chicken�1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese�1 small-medium red onion, grated�4 garlic cloves, pressed�1 1/2 tsp salt�1/2 tsp ground pepper�1 tbsp olive oil�zest from one lemon�4 tbsp minced fresh mint�2 tbsp minced fresh basil�1 jalapeno (seeds removed), minced�serve with: our easy greek tzatziki recipe� 1. Make the meat filling: combine the feta, ground chicken, grated onion, grated garlic, salt, pepper, fresh mint, fresh basil and minced jalapeno in a bowl and mix well with your hands or a spatula to combine.� 2. Divide the meat filling into 6 portions. Shape each portion into a semi-circle that’s just a bit smaller than half of a pita. Carefully open each pita half

Greek Gyro Bread Recipe 👩🏻‍🍳🍞 👩🏻‍🍳 🧿Comment ‘recipe’ in the comments below for the gyro bread and gyro recipe — I’ll send it straight to your DMs 📧 BY POPULAR DEMAND, I introduce to you, A PITA FOR GYRO’s!!!!! This pita recipe is SO GOOD and tasted just like my Yiayia’s. Easy, versatile and PERFECT for a Pita Souvlaki! � Here’s what I like to put in mine: Homemade Gyro Bread ………..Thick Tzatziki ………..Chicken Souvlakia ………..Fried Patates Tomatoes Onions Feta Olives Who’s trying this recipe?!?! #greekfood #food

High Protein Quinoa + Edamame Salad with a Homemade Greek-inspired Lemon Mango Dressing 🍋🥭🇬🇷🫛 Comment ‘GUT HEALTH’ and I’ll send the full recipe to your DMs 💌 I love a salad that’s packed with good-for-me ingredients, easy to make and nourishing for my gut! If it’s meal prep-friendly – that’s even better. I love making salads like this on Sunday so I can enjoy it for a quick lunch or dinner all week! 30 minutes before every meal I take @intelligenceofnature ION* Gut Support. It’s an all-natural daily wellness supplement that diversifies your microbiome, supports healthy digestion, defends from toxins, and improves nutrient absorption. I’ve been taking this product daily for 1.5 years, it has been amazing for my nutrient absorption. If you want to try it for yourself, use my code below and let me know what you think! USE CODE “MARIA” FOR 30% OFF ION! Try this salad next time you’re in a pinch but not willing to compromise on flavor! Don’t forget to follow @foodbymaria for more delicious recipes! #IONpartner Comment ‘RECIPE’ to get the recipe sent straight to your DMs or BOOKMARK the recipe below 👇 High Protein Quinoa + Edamame Salad with a Homemade Greek Inspired Lemon Mango Dressing (serves 4) Salad: 2 cups cooked quinoa (about 2/3 cup uncooked) 14 oz can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 1/2 cup shelled edamame 1/2 cup chopped salted cashews 1 cup wonton crisps 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil 2 cups chopped spinach 2 cups diced cucumber 1 red pepper, diced Dressing: 1/4 cup olive oil 1 mango, pitted and chopped 1 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1 large garlic clove 1 large basil leaf juice from one lemon 1 tbsp red wine vinegar Cook the quinoa according to package directions and set aside. Make the dressing: add all of the ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend on high until combined and creamy. Add 1 tbsp water if needed to thin. Make the salad: To a large bowl add the cooked quinoa, cannellini beans, edama

Crispy Chicken Cutlet Bowls 🍗🥣 You’ve never had chicken this crispy or this juicy! 😍 Comment ‘recipe’ and I’ll send the full recipe to your DMs 💌 To make the BEST crispy chicken cutlets, it’s essential to tenderize the chicken with a tenderizer or a rolling pin. This flattens the chicken and allows for an even cook as well as the most crispy surface and edges. If you ask any chef about frying anything, they’ll tell you that it’s imperative to season with salt after frying, while it’s hot. Chef Jet Tilla told me himself and we trust the source. That’s why I cook with @DiamondCrystalSalt when enhancing the flavors of my recipes. Remember, salt makes a dish pop! One of the things I love most about this recipe is that you can customize it! I make mine with rice, vegetables and a creamy Greek yogurt sauce, because a good sauce makes EVERYTHING better! Comment ‘RECIPE’ to get the full recipe sent straight to your DMs or BOOKMARK the chicken cutlet recipe below 👇 RECIPE: Crispy Chicken Cutlets (get the full recipe for the bowl + sauce on my website, link in bio) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally to make 4 pieces 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 1/2 tsp Diamond Crystal salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp za’taar 1/4 tsp chili flakes 1/4 tsp chili powder avocado oil for frying Slice the chicken breasts in half. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts to ½ inch thickness. Season each piece of chicken well with salt and pepper and set aside. In a shallow bowl mix together the breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, za’taar, chili flakes and chili powder. In another bowl whisk the egg. Coat chicken in the egg and let excess egg drip off, then coat in breadcrumb mixture. Heat ~¼ inch of avocado oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, reduce heat slightly and fry 2 chicken filets at a time for 3-4 mins per side, until golden brown and co

Welcome back to Episode 29 of All Things Greek! My new Greek series where I share recipes from my childhood and summers spent in Greece as a kid. Today we are making Banana-Nutella Crepes. The iconic street food dessert of Greece (at least where I am from). I made this recipe a bit smaller so everyone can enjoy it because the ones back home are HUGE! So, break out your skillet because you are going to love these Nutella crepes as much as I do. A few recipes why I love this easy, delicious recipe! 1. Can be made sweet OR savoury! 2. Customizable! Not feeling Nutella, add peanut butter! Not feeling sweet, add cheese! 3. Quick – Between prep and cook time, you can whip up this Nutella crepe recipe in only 25 minutes. Here’s everything you need to be teleported back to Greece for the last hints of summer! For the crepe batter: 2 eggs, room temperature 2 tbsp butter, melted and slightly cooled 1 cup all purpose flour 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 tbsp sugar 1 cup whole milk Toppings: 4-5 bananas (about 1/3 banana sliced, per crepe) 1 cup @nutella or other chocolate spread (1-2 per crepe) 6-8 digestif biscuit cookies (around half per crepe) INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Whisk the eggs, melted butter, flour, salt and sugar to combine. Then, gradually whisk in the milk until all of the ingredients are well mixed together. Let the batter sit for 5 minutes.� 2. To a 8-10 inch nonstick skillet or crepe pan, melt ½-1 tablespoon of butter over medium-low heat, make sure it covers the bottom of the entire pan. Once the butter is melted, add a 1/4-1/3 cup of the batter, enough to evenly coat the pan, rotate the pan to help coat the bottom with the batter. Continued in the comments… #GreekRecipes #Greece #GreekFood #GreekCrepes #BananaNutellaCrepes Greek Food, Homemade Food, Greece, Crepes, Banana Nutella Crepes, Easy Dessert Idea, Easy Snack, Delicious Food

Taking my cooking from scratch era seriously. 👩🏻‍🍳 🫓 Comment ‘recipe’ in the comments below for the pita and gyro recipe — I’ll send it straight to your DMs 📧 I tried my hand at a perfectly fluffy homemade pita that is perfect for homemade Pita Chicken Souvlaki Gyros! Served with a generous amount of tzatziki, tomatoes, fetoula, and black olives. 🤤 #greekrecipes #Enfinigy #greekrecipes

Taking my cooking from scratch era seriously. 👩🏻‍🍳 🫓 Comment ‘recipe’ in the comments below for the pita and gyro recipe — I’ll send it straight to your DMs 📧 I tried my hand at a perfectly fluffy homemade pita that is perfect for homemade Pita Chicken Souvlaki Gyros! Served with a generous amount of tzatziki, tomatoes, fetoula, and black olives. 🤤

Welcome back to Episode 30 of All Things Greek! Today is a big day, I am finally sharing with you my go-to pita recipe. You’ve seen it, you’ve begged for it and IT’S FINALLY HERE! Growing up we would all huddle around the kitchen just before a long day at the beach patiently waiting for Yiayia (grandma) to make us her famous pita bread that would we would pair with feta, fresh juicy salted tomatoes and maybe an egg or some ham. This was the ultimate treat after a few hours of seashell hunting and walking to the nudest beach to NOT look at the people there. As my Yiayia gets older I think about the ways I can bring her small, authentic Greek kitchen to my world over here in North America. This recipe isn’t hers and TBH it’s not really the same either but it feels like hers. It feels like the labour that she puts into her pitas, something about homemade just makes me feel at home. Can anyone relate? With my Greek pita bread recipe, you will never need to buy pita again! I promise you. These are INSANE! It’s so fluffy and so easy to make. The best part? Use this Greek Pita bread recipe to scoop, dip, or wrap – whatever you’re craving! They are the perfect match for all your favourite Greek dips that I have taught you to make! All you need is seven ingredients – ones that you probably already have in your pantry and 10 minutes of active prep time + proofing and 30 minutes of cook time! Here’s all you need — you got this bestie! - 3 cups bread flour (or all purpose flour) - we used @bobsredmill - 3/4 cup warm water - 6 tbsp warm whole milk - 1 1/2 tsp sugar - 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast - @fleischmannsyeast - 3 tbsp olive oil - 1 1/2 tsp salt - @diamondcrystalsalt � Instructions: Continued in the comments… #GreekRecipes #Greece #GreekFood #GreekPita Greek Food, Homemade Food, Greece, Homemade Pita, Delicious Food, Homemade Bread, Homemade Life

Greek feta dip – one of my absolute favourites. This recipe is creamy, cheesy and has a spicy kick to it. It’s my version of a girl’s dinner side. Imagine, you made loads ahead of time as meal prep and you can enjoy a fun topping with your whipped feta throughout the week! Blending feta to the right consistency can sometimes be a struggle and I usually have to use a food processor to get it right but when it comes to the @zwilling_usa Enfinigy Personal Blender you will not have that issue. It’s so powerful! I love how quickly and easily I can whip something up (no pun intended) and then clean it up by putting the jar in the dishwasher! It’s so compact and it’s great with the added vacuum seal so you can meal prep your smoothies, dip or sauces and blend when you’re ready! Storing your whipped feta in the @zwilling_usa Fresh & Save will help extend the self-life of your meal up to 5X longer in the fridge! So not only are you enjoying girl dinner all week but you are also helping combat food waste. By using code “MARIA”, you can get a free small lunch box with a purchase of the Fresh & Save 7 PC Starter Set (either in glass or plastic). Valid only on the ZWILLING U.S. Site Here’s everything you need to meal prep whipped feta for your next girl dinner! For the whipped feta cheese: 3 cups feta cheese 6 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp olive oil zest of 2 lemon For the herby oil topping: 4 tbsp Olive oil 1 bunch fresh chives (about ½ cup minced) 2 tbsp fresh oregano 3 garlic cloves, sliced thin ½ tsp chili flakes ¼ cup chopped or slivered almonds sourdough bread or baguette for serving INSTRUCTIONS: Continued in the comments… #GreekRecipes #GreekFeta #GirlDinner #Greece #WhippedFeta #ZwillingPartner #Zwilling1731 #FreshandSave #Enfinigy Girl dinner, whipped feta, easy snack ideas, made ahead meals, Greek food, Greek feta, Greece, Greek recipes, sizzling oil

Easy Bulgur Barley Butter Bean Chicken Salad! Meal prep this salad and enjoy for a nutritious lunch all week! 🧿🇬🇷🪬Comment ‘recipe’ and I’ll send the recipe to your DM’s. Welcome Back to Episode 6/10, Season 2 of Greek Blue Zone: a series where I share recipes for Longevity. Let’s make a @bobsredmill Bulgur 🍋Barley 🧈Butter 🍃Bean 🥗Chicken 🤤Salad! This salad is PERFECT for meal prep – it’s so hearty, filling and packed with flavor (thanks to our viral Greek dressing). It tastes even better the next day! I love using @bobsredmill Bulgur in salads, soups and Middle Eastern Dishes (HELLO TABBOULEH!)! It is a quick-cooking whole grain that is a terrific addition to your diet. It’s made from cracked wheat berries that are separated into small pieces and then par-cooked. Inspired by the flavors of Greece and Blue Zone citizens who eat meals packed with at least 50% veggies, plenty of beans and limited amounts of animal protein per day. The key to creating a filling salad is to use hearty ingredients like organic chicken, butter beans, and flavor sponges like bulgur and barley! Comment ‘recipe’ to get the recipe sent straight to your DM’s or BOOKMARK the recipe below. It’s also available on the FOODBYMARIA app. RECIPE (Serves 6) 1 1/2 cups cooked pearl barley (about 3/4 cup dry pearl barley) 1 1/2 cups cooked bulgur (about 1/2-3/4 cup dry bulgur) 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted if desired 2 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken 14 oz can butter beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces 1 cup chopped spinach 1 1/2 cups diced cucumber 1 cup cubed white cheddar cheese 1/3 cup chopped pistachios 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil dressing: 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 tbsp dried oregano 1 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper juice of one lemon 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves, pressed 1 tbsp liquid honey Cook the grains according to package instructions. While the grains are

Welcome Back to Episode 32!!!! Of All Things Greek and Episode 2 of Ellinikes Soupes (Greek Soups!). Today we are making Youvarlakia Avgolemono (Lemony Greek Meatball Soup). It’s a traditional Greek dish consisting of meatballs made with ground meat (usually Lamb or Beef but we’re using Chicken), rice, and seasonings that are cooked in a pot of broth or water. I grew up eating this meatball soup and it’s such a comforting, nostalgic dish for the fall season. Avgolemono has quite a history that dates all the way back to ancient times in Greece. The name literally translates to “egg-lemon” and the soup is made with just that – eggs, lemon, and broth. Why You’ll Love Meatball Soup! Quick & Easy: From start to finish, this meatball soup will only take 40 minutes to make Comforting and versatile: There is nothing more comforting than a hot bowl of soup and this soup is hearty and comforting! I love how you can use whatever protein choice your household prefers. Nostalgic: If you are Greek, or grew up in a Greek household, this dish will be incredibly nostalgic for you Here’s everything you need to become a true Greek! For the soup broth: 10 cups water 3 tbsp chicken stock paste 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tbsp dried dill� For the meatballs: 675-700 g ground chicken 3/4 cup short grain rice 1 yellow onion diced 1 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp fresh dill minced� For the Avgolemono: 3 lemons juiced 3 eggs, separate whites from yolks 1 cup soup stock� Instructions: Continued in the comments… #greekfood #greece #avgolemonosoup #lemonsoup #greekrecipes #greekmeatballsoup Greek Food, Homemade Greek Food, Homemade Food, Homemade Cooking, Homemade Soup, Soup Recipes, Lemon Soups, Greek Avgolemono Soup, Greek Meatball Soup, Greece, Greek Recipes, Traditional Greek Food

Welcome back to Episode 33 of All Things Greek! Today we are making a Greek Sheet Pan Tilapia! This recipe is so easy, it’s Greek-inspired and has all the delicious flavors you know I love like lemon, fresh herbs, tzatziki, olives, and fresh veggies. It can be made on one sheet pan, which makes dishes minimal on a busy weeknight - a major win! I used tilapia for this one-pan recipe and it’s very important to me to use tilapia which is certified by @bapcertification. This means that responsible and healthy approaches have been used to ensure that the fish I’m putting in my body is farmed responsibly. It’s important for me since I started reintroducing meat and fish into my diet, to know that the protein I’m consuming is farmed with best practices that I can feel good about. Look for the blue stamp of approval on the packaging to know your fish is BAP certified. Here’s everything you need to make this delicious dish! 2 tomatoes, chopped into 1-inch pieces 1 bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 small-medium zucchini, cut into quarters 1/2 small red onion, sliced thin 10 baby potatoes, quartered 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 4 BAP-certified tilapia filets (if frozen make sure they’re defrosted)� For the Greek dressing: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 tbsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper juice of one lemon 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar 2 small garlic cloves, pressed� Toppings: 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/3 cup diced mixed olives tzatziki for serving if desired (use our delicious tzatziki recipe)� Instructions: Continued in the comments… #BAPcertified #GreekRecipes #Greek #OnePanMeal #NationalSeafoodMonth #SeafoodWithStandards #BAPPARTNER Homemade food, best aquaculture practices, one sheet pan meal, Greece, Greek food, Greek flavors, Greek recipes, homemade everything

Welcome Back to Episode 34 of All things Greek! Today we are making Greek Meat Sauce the recipe is more traditionally known as Makaronia Me Kima and it is my younger brother’s favourite! TO THIS DAY. This is a comforting sauce that I grew up with - but now I enjoy it with Chichen or Turkey. It smells so good when it’s cooking, and it tastes even better over a bowl of spaghetti noodles. This meal is nostalgic, delicious, and hearty. It’s the perfect meal for any season, but especially when the weather starts to get cooler. For purposes of authenticity, I made it exactly how my grandma or mother would have <3 ❤️ Why You’ll Love This Meat Sauce Recipe! - Quick: A good pasta sauce recipe doesn’t need to take forever, you can literally whip this one up in only 50 minutes - Delicious: This flavorful meat sauce is so delicious. It is made with a ton of spices that pack a punch of flavor in every bite - Comforting: Whether you grew up with a traditional Italian meat sauce, or a Greek sauce like this one, there’s nothing more nostalgic and comforting than a big bowl of spaghetti Everything you need to become a Greek Mommy! 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil 2 medium white onions, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 800-900g ground beef or protein of choice 3/4 cup red wine 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 1 tsp @simplyorganicfoods cinnamon 1/4 tsp @simplyorganicfoods ground cloves 1 tbsp @simplyorganicfoods dried basil 3/4 tsp @simplyorganicfoods all spice 3 bay leaves 28 oz diced or whole canned tomatoes 1 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp tomato paste 1 cup water 1 package spaghetti noodles- we used GF by @jovialfoods (454g package) olive oil grated parmesan or kefalograviera cheese� Instructions: Continued in the comments… #greece #greekfood #greekrecipes #spaghettiandmeatsauce #makaroniamekima Homemade Cooking, Homemade Spaghetti and Meat Sauce, Makaronia Me Kima, Greek Food, Greek Recipes, Homemade Meat Sauce, Childhood Memories, Homemade Greek

2 INGREDIENT 30-MINUTE STUFFABLE PITA POCKETS! ⏰🫓 Comment “recipe” and I’ll send the full recipe to your DM’s. Today we’re making the EASIEST Pita Pockets, EVER! Over the past 9 months, I have shared with you 6 Viral Pita Recipes! They’ve amassed over 130 million views, 1 million followers and over 6.6 MILLION likes. I was inspired by those recipes to bring you this 2 ingredient, 30-minute Pita Pocket recipe. When @guyfieri reached out about his new @flavortowncookware I screeched! In December 2023, I became #GGG Flavortown Academy Champion - so I was going to tell you about his new Laser Titanium-safe safe Non-stick, non-chemical Cooking Surface pans! They’re Dishwasher and Oven Safe. 3 TIMES HARDER than Stainless Steel AND have no Chemical Coating (PFAS, PTFE, PFOA, Lead, Cadmium FREE). Comment “pita” to get the recipe sent straight to your DM’s or BOOKMARK the recipe below 👇🏼 2 Ingredient Pita Pockets (makes 6) 1 cup 0% or 2% plain Greek yogurt 2 cups self-raising/self-rising flour olive oil Add Greek yogurt to a large mixing bowl. Add in the self-raising flour gradually, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring after each addition and stir to combine and a dough starts to form. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 3-5 minutes until the dough is a bit more smooth, holds together and forms a ball easily. If the dough is too sticky, add 2-4 tbsp more flour and knead to combine. Let the dough rest for 15-30 minutes on the counter. Divide the dough into 6 equal parts and form each into a ball. Roll out each ball into a thin circle, 5-6 inches in width. Heat a cast iron or heavy-bottomed non-stick skillet over medium heat and once hot (this may take 3-4 minutes) place a rolled-out dough round in the pan. Cook for 1 minute on one side, until golden brown patches appear. Flip and cook for another 1 minute and drizzle with a bit of olive oil. Cook for 3-4 more minutes, flipping every 30 seconds for a total of 5-6 minutes. The pita should b

Healthy Air Fryer Popcorn Shrimp Bowls in under 25 minutes! 🍿🍤🥭🥑 Comment ‘recipe’ and I’ll send the recipe to your DM’s. I am in my air fryer 👯‍♀️era and this is the easiest, nourishing meal idea! Andrew and I recently went to Thailand for our 🍯🌚 and we had the pleasure of doing a Thai Cooking class with @thaicookingwithjoy and she gifted me this amazing peeler that I have been obsessed with! Perfect for the viral carrot salad, papaya salad, mangos, apples and more! Comment ‘RECIPE’ to get the recipe sent straight to your DM’s or BOOKMARK the recipe below 👇 Air Fryer Shrimp Bowls (Serves 2-3) Bowls: 3/4 cup uncooked basmati rice 1-2 avocado, sliced 1 mango, sliced or diced 1 cup baby tomatoes, halved Shrimp: 350-400 g defrosted shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/4 cup flour 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp paprika 1 egg Cilantro Yogurt Sauce: juice of one lemon 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tbsp minced fresh cilantro 3 garlic cloves, pressed 1 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside. Make the cilantro sauce: whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, greek yogurt, minced fresh cilantro, pressed garlic, salt and pepper. Prepare the shrimp: In one low bowl mix together breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper cumin and paprika. In another bowl whisk the egg. In one more bowl add the flour. Dip shrimp in flour and shake off any excess. Then dunk the shrimp in egg wash and allow the excess to drip off. Finally, dunk into the breadcrumbs mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the shrimp and set aside on a plate. Preheat air fryer to 400F. Transfer a few shrimp at a time to the air fryer basket and spray the shrimp with cooking spray. Air fry for 4 minutes, flip and air fry for 4 more minutes or until shrimp are cooked through and crispy. Assemble the bowls by

HOMEMADE GREEK CHICKEN NUGGETS! Comment ‘recipe’ and I’ll send the full recipe to your DMs 💌 Today we’re making my Greek spin on the easiest Homemade Chicken Nuggets served with delicious Tzatziki Sauce and a side of @sevensundayscereal Maple Sea Salt Cereal for snacking while the nuggets are baking! Welcome Back to Episode 8 of Getting To Know Your Greek Bestie: a series where I share a little bit about myself through recipes, hacks and snacks! I feel like all of us have been in our Nara Smith era and I am here for it. I love making as many meals as I can from scratch, like these homemade nuggets with tzatziki! Despite cooking a lot more from scratch, I still haven’t nailed my cinnamon toast crunch recipe…. so I rely on @sevensundayscereal when it comes to snacking. It’s a cereal that tastes and feels nostalgic to me - it reminds me of cinnamon toast crunch or cocoa puffs from my childhood but without the weird ingredients or refined sugar. I’ve been limiting snacking in my diet to ensure I eat full meals and help improve my digestion but @sevensundayscereal is the one product that I will keep on hand and truly enjoy every day. The Maple Sea Salt and Cacao are like a dream. Comment ‘RECIPE’ to get the recipe sent straight to your DMs or BOOKMARK the recipe below 👇 Don’t forget to follow @foodbymaria for more delicious recipes! Greek Inspired Chicken Nuggets (serves 4) 1 - 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces For the marinade 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp pepper 2 garlic cloves, pressed 1 tbsp dried oregano 1 lemon, juiced 2 tbsp mustard 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tbsp olive oil For the breading: 1 cup breadcrumbs 2 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper tzatziki, fresh dill and lemon wedges for serving (use our favourite tzatziki sauce) Instructions pinned in the comment section below 👇 You can also find the full recipe with lots of FAQs & more on my website, link in

Authentic Greek Gyro Meat is easy to make at home without the giant rotisserie and the hours of cooking!! Welcome Back to Episode 80 of All Things 🇬🇷Greek! It’s perfect for meal prep, enjoying in gyro pita, with french fries, in salads or even sandwiches! Be sure to follow 👩🏻‍🍳🔪 @foodbymaria 🔪👩🏻‍🍳 so you never miss a delicious, easy Traditional Greek recipe! 👩🏻‍🍳 🍋Comment “recipe” below if you want the recipe for this Greek Gyro Meat — it will be sent directly to your DM’s or tap the link in my bio to access our website. 🍋 👩🏻‍🍳 Don’t forget to save this post for later! 📱 💥 You can also access all these recipes on the FoodByMaria App which is available for both Apple and Android. 📱 💥 If there is one thing you won’t forget about a visit to Greece is the street stands with the beautiful spits of tender meat. Served with fresh, fluffy pita, and crisp vegetables. It’s seriously some of the best cuisines, and the best part is that you don’t need a big spit to recreate this meal at home. 🥑 For this recipe I actually used 🥑@ChosenFoods 100% Pure Avocado oil! I love that it has a smoke point of 500°F, perfect for high temps in the oven! It’s perfect for grilling, sauteing, frying (ESPECIALLY), and making homemade dressing + aiolis! 🥑 This Gyro Meat recipe is at-home friendly. The traditional gyro meat is cooked on a spit for hours and hours, giving it a bit of a different consistency than this quick, at-home version, but it’s still so good. #Greece #GreekFood # GreekRecipes #Gyro #chosenpartner