Spinach-rice pilaf is one of the most traditional dishes on the Greek table. Mastiha is a perfect match. Try this with a piece of simply grilled fish, such as salmon, or with a portion of sautéed shrimp.
Recipes
This black risotto is a Mediterranean classic, one of the most elegant and exotic dishes in all the region’s repertoire, made even more so with the subtle use of Mastiha.
Leeks and cheese are a classic filling for savory pies all over Greece, and Mastiha works deliciously with both.
I wanted to test the uses of Mastiha beyond the bread-making traditions of Greece and found, to my delight, that it works especially well in the Italian classic, foccacia
This easy one-pan dish is perfect for a lazy Sunday lunch or brunch. Sip a little iced Mastiha liqueur with it.
I originally created this dish as a way to use the mountain of roasted peppers that takes over my kitchen at the end of summer. The addition of Mastiha makes this already elegant soufflé a guessing game at the table as guests try to discern the mysterious, intriguing spice.
Omelets and baked eggs are among the classic quick meals all over the Mediteranean. Mastiha gives this simple dish an elegant note.
Peas and bacon or pancetta are delicious together. Both are classics. Here, as in previous salads, Mastiha lends its aroma lightly, drizzle in the form of aromatic oil over the wilted greens.
There is nothing more delicate than the crunch and flavor of springtime asparagus, served simply here with a little Mastiha-seasoned butter.
There is nothing more delicate than the crunch and flavor of springtime asparagus, served simply here with a little Mastiha-seasoned butter
The slightly tangy, tart flavor of raw artichokes goes perfectly with the incense-like perfume of Mastiha.