Dimitra's Dishes
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Welcome to Dimitra's Dishes. Here, she will teach you just how much fun and easy it is to please a crowd with my versions of Greek classics.
Dimitra's Dishes
3d ago
Kataifi & Pistachio Crust topped with semolina custard and rose syrup
Pistachio Kataifi Tarts
Mini Pistachio Kataifi Tarts
Kataifi tart with cream
Pistachio Kataifi topped with Cream
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Pistachio Kataifi Tarts with Semolina Custard
Yield: Serves 12
These beautiful tarts are made with a pistachio kataifi crust, topped with a semolina custard and drizzled with a lovely rose syrup. Beautiful and delicious and perfect for a special occasion.
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Ingredients For the Syrup:
3 cups granulated sugar
2 cups water
1 tablespoon rose water or orange blossom water
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Dimitra's Dishes
6d ago
A creamy, spicy feta dip so popular in Greece that it’s used as an appetizer, dip, or sandwich spread.
Tirokafteri dip
This classic Greek spicy feta dip, known as Tirokafteri, is creamy and bursting with flavor. The creamy, tangy Greek yogurt base is blended with smokey, sweet roasted red peppers, briny feta, and rich olive oil and spiced with crushed red pepper flakes. No cooking. You just need a food processor or blender, and it’s best when you make it a day ahead.
Tirokafteri is so popular in Greece that it gives tzatziki a run for its money. Anywhere you can order souvlaki or gyro, you hav ..read more
Dimitra's Dishes
1w ago
A weekly meal plan is the simplest way to keep yourself and your family on a balanced diet. Mediterranean diets are known for being filled with healthy herbs, protein, vegetables, and healthy fats like Omega-3s.
This week’s meal plan: Have a little trip around the world with this week’s dinner menu. From Peru, Italy to Morocco, the whole family is going to love these culinary adventures! Plus, these flavorful dishes can be ready in under 1 hour. Perfect for busy weeknight!
The menu:
Monday: Peruvian Chicken Fried Rice
Experience the deliciousness of Peruvian chicken fried rice wi ..read more
Dimitra's Dishes
2w ago
Easy Mexican Rice
Mexican Rice
Mexican Rice with Shrimp Tacos
Serve the Spanish (Mexican) Rice with my Shrimp Tacos
Mexican (Spanish) Rice
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Easy Spanish (Mexican) Rice Ready in 30 mins!
Yield: Serves 5
We can't get enough of this Mexican Rice. It pairs well with quesadillas and tacos. The fresh seranos and tomatoes make it taste so delicious!
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Ingredients
2 cups long grain rice
2 cups chicken broth or water
2-4 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 Serrano chilies, seeded and chopped
6 garlic cloves, grated
3 Roma tomatoes, diced
2 teaspoons s ..read more
Dimitra's Dishes
3w ago
Shrimp Tacos with Mexican Rice
Purple cabbage, avocados, and limes
Easy & delicious shrimp tacos with Spanish (Mexican) rice
delicious shrimp tacos with rice
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The Most Delicious Shrimp Tacos (Ready in 30 Mins!)
Yield: serves 4
This is such a good recipe to make on a busy weeknight. It comes together in under 30 minutes and everyone is going to love it.
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Ingredients
1 lb (500g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
3-4 garlic cloves, grated
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2-1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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Dimitra's Dishes
3w ago
A weekly meal plan is the simplest way to keep yourself and your family on a balanced diet. Mediterranean diets are known for being filled with healthy herbs, protein, vegetables, and healthy fats like Omega-3s.
This week’s Meal Plan: On busy weeknights one pan/one pot meals are a life saver! This week’s menu includes easy and healthy dinners that can be put together in 1 pan or 1 pot. From one pan Greek roasted chicken to instant pot lamb stifado, enjoy stress-free cooking with these delicious dishes.
The menu:
Monday: One Pan Greek Roasted Chicken with Chickpeas
This classic Gr ..read more
Dimitra's Dishes
3w ago
Lemon Brownies
Lemon Brownies
Lemon Brownies
Lemon Brownies (Blondies)
My Lemon Tart
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Lemony Brownies
Yield: 9 pieces
These lemon brownies have the classic fudgy texture of brownies yet they're bright and lemony and don't have any chocolate. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
1/4 lb (113g) softened unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs at room temperature
zest of a large lemon or 2 small lemons
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
4 oz (113g) soft cream cheese
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Dimitra's Dishes
1M ago
Croissants filled with spinach, feta, and mozzarella
Spanakopita croissants
Croissants with spanakopita filling
Spanakopita Croissants
Croissants with spinach, feta, and herbs
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Spanakopita Filled Croissants
Yield: 5 sandwiches
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Ingredients
4-5 croissants
For the Filling:
1 small onion, finely chopped
3-4 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, grated
6 scallions, thinly sliced
1 pound (455g) spinach leaves
salt to taste
freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried dill
4 oz (115g) cream cheese
11 oz (300g) feta cheese, crumbled
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Dimitra's Dishes
1M ago
Greek Semolina Halva
Greek Halvas with semolina
Greek Halvas
Semolina Halva
Semolina Halva
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Greek Halva: Semolina Pudding Cake
Yield: 10-12 servings
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Ingredients For the Syrup:
4 cups water
2 cup sugar
1 cup honey
1 cinnamon stick
4 cloves
lemon or orange peel
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Pudding:
2 cups semolina flour
1 cup light olive oil or vegetable oil
1/2 cup (or more) blanche almonds
1/2 cup (or more) raisins, cranberries or your fave dried fruit
zest of 1 lemon/orange
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
pinch of salt
G ..read more
Dimitra's Dishes
1M ago
Crispy Chicken Tenders
Chick-fil-a-style Sauce
Fried chicken wrap with corn, coleslaw, tater tots, and sauce.
Homemade creamy coleslaw
Crispy comforting fried chicken tendersWatch the Video
Fried Chicken Tender Wraps
Yield: serves 8
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Ingredients
24 chicken tenders
all-purpose flour for dredging
oil for frying
4 eggs, beaten with milk
The Breadcrumb Coating:
4 cups Panko breadcrumbs (unseasoned)
2 teaspoons salt
freshly cracked black pepper
3 teaspoons granulated garlic powder
2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried thyme or oregano
The Coleslaw:
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