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Nutritional Values

🔥400kcal
💪12gProtein
🌾38gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

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Onion Pie

How to order / say it
Say it Κρεμμυδόπιτα — [krehm-mee-doh-PEE-tah]
Order I'd like the onion pie, please.
Locally Θα ήθελα την κρεμμυδόπιτα, παρακαλώ.
Say locally

A savory pie filled with sautéed onions and herbs enclosed in crispy filo pastry.

Why try it?

Kremmydopita captures the island's love for locally grown onions and the tradition of pie-making. It's a celebration of simple ingredients elevated through technique and a reflection of the Cycladic flair for baked goods.

How it tastes

This pie is comforting with the sweetness of caramelized onions, combined with herbs for aromatic depth, all nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. The tender filling contrasts with the crunchy pastry, making for a delightful texture.

Origin & History — first documented: 1800

In the early 1800s, Mykonos locals, endowed with fields of onions, paired them with imported grains and herbs to create hearty pies. Kremmydopita emerged as a staple family dish, adapting over time while retaining its classic essence.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🧄 500 g onions
  • 🫒 30 ml olive oil
  • 🥛 150 g feta cheese
  • 🌿 20 g fennel
  • 🌾 200 g filo pastry

Method

  1. 1 Caramelize onions with olive oil over low heat.
  2. 2 Mix caramelized onions with feta and fennel.
  3. 3 Layer the mixture in filo pastry and bake until golden.
  4. 4 Serve warm, cut into pieces.

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