Τσαϊτιά — το νηστίσιμο πιλάφι της Κάσου με ντομάτα, δάφνη και κανέλα

Local cuisine

Tsaitia

Τσαϊτιά — το νηστίσιμο πιλάφι της Κάσου με ντομάτα, δάφνη και κανέλα

A vegetarian alternative to traditional meat pilaf, which requires 4–5 hours of preparation. Onion and garlic are sautéed in olive oil, vinegar, bay leaf, cinnamon, salt, pepper and tomato are added, and the broth is simmered for about four hours before the rice is cooked in it for about an hour.

Plate Details


Category
Main Dish

Fasting
Yes

Preparation time
4-5 hours