Dirived from the greek word ladi that means oil (in Greece this can only be olive oil), these foods are based on olive oil and they contain in most recipes vegetables only. They are prepared and enjoyed everywhere in Greece and they have a huge number of fans.
Known the world over, moussaka is the trademark of Greece. They love it on Naxos too. They prepare it using the finest aubergines from Koronos.
Papoutsakia (Aubergine slippers)
A symphony of meat and vegetables, papoutsakia includes large aubergines, minced meat, tomato sauce with onions and grated cheese.
Gemista (Stuffed tomatoes and peppers)
Tomatoes and peppers stuffed with rice. This is the simplest and most extraordinary summer food. A common variation includes minced meat as well.
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