ElenaKyriakou, Author at Copper Olive Kitchen

Simmer koupepia, Cyprus’s stuffed grape leaves filled with rice, pork and beef, in a lemony olive oil broth for a tender family dinner.

One-Pot Creamy Lemon Orzo with Feta, Spinach and Dill

Simmer creamy lemon orzo with spinach and feta in one skillet for a fast, cozy dinner ready in about 30 minutes.

Toss Cypriot village salad with juicy tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh halloumi cubes in a lemon dressing, ready in 15 minutes.

Bake a Greek lemon yogurt cake with an olive oil crumb and warm lemon syrup soak that keeps every slice moist for days.

Pan-fry halloumi sticks in a cornstarch and panko crust until golden, then drizzle with hot honey for a salty-sweet snack in 30 minutes.

Sear chicken thighs in one pan with lemon, olives, and cherry tomatoes for a Mediterranean dinner ready in under an hour.

Braise pork shoulder in dry red wine with crushed coriander seeds for a simple Cypriot afelia that turns fork-tender in one pot.

Grill halloumi until golden, toss with watermelon and mint, and dress with lime for a fast summer salad.

Roast Cypriot chicken thighs and potato wedges with lemon, oregano and a cinnamon stick until golden and tender in one tray.