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Cyprus Recipes

An island split between Greek and Turkish grills. Not sure what to eat in Cyprus? Start with Kleftiko, Koupes, Loukoumades and Halloumi and Eggs. Here are 6 authentic Cyprus recipes, each from a specific region, with cultural context and dietary substitutions for every table.
6 recipes
SheftaliaNicosia, Cyprus · medium · 50 minHerby caul-wrapped sausages of pork and onion, charcoal-grilled and tucked into pita with salad.
Halloumi and EggsNicosia, Cyprus · easy · 15 minSlices of grilled halloumi with fried eggs and fresh tomato, the classic Cypriot breakfast.
KoupesNicosia, Cyprus · advanced · 65 minTorpedo-shaped bulgur shells stuffed with spiced minced meat and onion, fried crisp, a favorite Cypriot snack-lunch.
LoukoumadesNicosia, Cyprus · medium · 110 minAiry fried dough puffs soaked in honey syrup and dusted with cinnamon, an ancient sweet loved across Cyprus.
KleftikoNicosia, Cyprus · easy · 260 minCyprus's celebrated slow-roasted lamb: sealed with lemon, garlic, oregano, cinnamon and potatoes until it falls off the bone.
Louvi me LahanaNicosia, Cyprus · easy · 55 minA simple Cypriot Lenten staple: black-eyed beans simmered with chard and dressed warm with olive oil and lemon.
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