Strapatsada facts for kids
Strapatsada is served plain with fresh bread.
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| Alternative names | Kagianas |
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| Course | Breakfast or snack |
| Place of origin | Greece |
| Serving temperature | Hot or cold |
| Main ingredients | Fresh tomatoes, eggs and olive oil |
| Ingredients generally used | Feta |
Strapatsada (Greek: στραπατσάδα) is a super popular dish from Greece. It's loved because its main ingredients – fresh tomatoes, eggs, and olive oil – are easy to find and not expensive. People often make it quickly and eat it for lunch or a light snack. You can enjoy it warm or even cold!
This yummy dish has a few other names too. Some people call it kagianas. In the Cyclades islands, it's known as koskosela. You might also hear it called menemeni.
What is Strapatsada?
Strapatsada is a simple yet tasty dish that's a bit like scrambled eggs, but with a lot of fresh tomato flavor. It's a great example of how simple ingredients can make something delicious. It's especially popular during the summer months when tomatoes are at their freshest and most flavorful.
How to Make Strapatsada
Making strapatsada is really quick and easy! Here's how it's done:
- First, fresh tomatoes are chopped or blended into a puree.
- These tomatoes are then cooked in a frying pan with some olive oil and a pinch of pepper. They cook until they turn into a thick, rich sauce.
- Next, beaten eggs are added to the pan. The mixture is stirred until the eggs are cooked and mixed well with the tomato sauce.
- Sometimes, people like to add feta cheese right before the dish is finished cooking. If you use feta, you usually don't need to add extra salt because feta is already salty.
- For extra flavor, you can sprinkle in some dried herbs like oregano or thyme. These herbs add a wonderful smell and taste to the dish.
Where Does the Name Come From?
The name Strapatsada actually comes from an Italian word! It comes from "strapazzare," which means "to break an egg and mix it all while cooking." This perfectly describes how the eggs are cooked and mixed into the tomato sauce.
