Akis Petretzikis
4 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Greek Tzatziki Sauce
A fresh, creamy Greek tzatziki sauce made with Greek strained yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, white wine vinegar, and dill. Perfect as a dip for pita, a topping for souvlaki, gyro, kebab, or any grilled meat and vegetables.
Greek Yogurt Cheesecake
A rich, creamy, low‑fat cheesecake made with thick Greek strained yogurt instead of cream cheese. The crust is buttery graham‑cracker, baked twice for a perfect texture, and the filling is lightly sweetened with lemon and vanilla. Chill, drizzle with honey, and garnish with walnuts and thyme for a truly Greek dessert.
Dubai Chocolate
A luxurious, layered chocolate bar featuring a crisp kadifi (shredded phyllo) and pistachio paste filling, sandwiched between tempered milk chocolate layers and finished with a white chocolate drizzle. Inspired by Mediterranean sweets, this dessert is crunchy, creamy, and perfectly tempered for a glossy finish.
One-Pot Pink Sauce Pasta
A quick, comforting one‑pot spaghetti with a luscious pink sauce made from tomato sauce and cream, finished with fresh basil and Parmesan. Ready in about 15‑20 minutes, this dish is perfect for a tasty weeknight dinner.