Greek Lamb and Mutton Dishes

Grilled lamb chops are a traditional Greek dish that is popular throughout the country and usually enjoyed as the main course. Lamb chops are usually marinated in various combinations of olive oil, lemon juice, and a variety of fresh herbs before ... READ MORE

Kleftiko is a typical Greek dish that is commonly prepared at festive events and celebrations, consisting of a succulent piece of lamb or goat meat that is wrapped in foil and baked in airtight ovens. Also spelled as klephtiko, the name c... READ MORE

This Greek classic consists of an oven-roasted combination of potatoes and a leg of lamb, which can be marinated or seasoned with olive oil and fresh herbs. The dish is mainly prepared for special occasions or family gatherings, and it is typicall... READ MORE

Antikristo is a traditional technique of cooking meat on Crete. A young lamb (or a goat, on rare occasions) is cut into four pieces (called goulidia), salted, then placed on big wooden skewers that are arranged around the fire in a circul... READ MORE

Tsigaristo is a traditional dish originating from Crete. It's prepared by sautéeing the onions in olive oil, then adding seasoned lamb meat and frying it in the pan or a clay pot over low heat. Near the end of cooking, a bit of lemon is add... READ MORE

Maouri or mouri is the name of a traditional lidded clay dish or pot for baking, and the meat delicacy that’s cooked in it. The dish consists of a whole lamb or goat kid that is typically sprinkled generously with salt and pepper an... READ MORE

Byzanti is a Karpathian meat specialty that is an inevitable part of traditional Greek Easter feasts on the island. It usually consists of either a goat kid or lamb that’s filled with a mixture of chopped offal, rice or bulgur, and scallions... READ MORE