Petrotto, an edible wild plant traditionally grown on the Greek island of Tinos, is a staple in many local dishes. From its antioxidant-rich leaves to its nutty tasting buds, petrotto has been part of traditional cuisine for centuries. Here are five dishes where petrotto is the main ingredient:
1. Petrotto Pie (Glyko thiaro): This savory pie made with a flaky phyllo crust is filled with a mixture of freshly cooked petrotto, feta cheese, and tomato sauce. Topped with oregano and olive oil, this dish is an absolute classic.
2. Petrotto and Kefalotyri Salad (Salata me petrotto ke kefalotiri): This dish combines the nutty flavor of petrotto with salty Greek cheese for a light yet delicious salad. The ingredients include freshly cooked petrotto, diced Kefalotyri cheese, red onion, and a simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano and salt.
3. Petrotto Tiganites (Tiganites me petrotto): This traditional Greek dish combines crispy fried petrotto with fresh thyme for an aromatic treat. The ingredients include freshly cooked petrotto, all-purpose flour, olive oil, fresh thyme and salt.
4. Petrotto with Potatoes (Petrotto me patates): This hearty dish combines freshly cooked petrotto with potatoes for a delicious meal. The ingredients include freshly cooked petrotto, potatoes, onions, dill, olive oil and salt.
5. Petrotto Souvlaki (Souvlaki me petrotto): This inventive twist on a classic dish features freshly cooked petrotto skewered with vegetables and other meats. The ingredients include freshly cooked petrotto, bell peppers, red onions, feta cheese, olive oil and salt.