Air Fryer Greek Fries (Patates Tiganites)

For my very first air fryer fries using the Ninja Crispi, I went straight for the Greek classic: patates tiganites. I wanted to see if it could reproduce that perfect balance - crispy outside, soft and warm inside -with only a small amount of oil. And honestly? They came out really good, so I continued with the Greek meatballs (keftedakia).

Ingredients:

• 3–4 potatoes
• 1–2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt
• Oregano
• (Optional) Paprika or garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Peel and cut the potatoes into sticks.
2. Rinse them quickly and pat them very dry with a towel.
3. Toss with olive oil, salt, and oregano.
4. Preheat the Ninja Crispi on Air Fry at 200°C (390°F).
5. Cook for 15–20 minutes, shaking halfway.

Crispy on the outside, soft inside, and full of Greek flavor but without deep frying.

Greek Meatballs (Keftedakia) in the Air Fryer

After testing the homemade fries, I couldn’t resist trying keftedakia in the Ninja Crispi  so that I can have a complete menu. Meatballs are a great test because they can easily dry out in an oven—but the air fryer kept them juicy while giving a nice light crust outside.

Ingredients:

• 500 g ground veal (or veal + pork mix)
• 1 small onion, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 2–3 tbsp breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• A little mint (fresh or dried)
• Salt & pepper

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl (don’t overmix).
2. Shape into small meatballs.
3. Lightly brush or spray with olive oil.
4. Place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
5. Cook on Air Fry at 180°C (360°F) for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.

Juicy, aromatic, and super easy.

Ninja Crispi (Air Fryer) – My First Experiment!

I finally tried the Ninja Crispi for the very first time, and of course, I had to start with something familiar: Greek meatballs (keftedakia) and homemade fries (click on the links for the details). 

I wasn’t sure what to expect. Would it get the fries crispy? Would the meatballs stay juicy? But I was curious, and this felt like the perfect test.

For a first experiment, it turned out surprisingly good. The fries became golden with just a tiny amount of oil, and the meatballs stayed soft inside while holding a nice crust outside. Not bad at all for my first air fryer adventure!

This definitely motivated me to try more Greek recipes in it. Maybe kolokythokeftedes or chicken souvlaki, so stay tuned!

Serving Idea: Serve your keftedakia and fries with a squeeze of lemon, a pinch of sea salt, and a bowl of tzatziki or fresh salad on the side. A simple, familiar Greek plate—made faster and lighter.

Grow Your Own Greek Kitchen: What to Plant in Your Vegetable Garden

If you love cooking Greek food, why not bring a bit of Greece into your backyard or balcony? Many ingredients used in traditional recipes are easy to grow — and even a few pots on a terrace can give you fresh herbs, vegetables, and flavor right at your fingertips.

Here’s a guide to planting your own Greek-style vegetable garden, with a few extra touches for year-round cooking and a little fun for the seasons...

Greek Veggie Keftedakia with Zucchini & Potato

These veggie keftedakia are soft, herby, and full of summery Greek flavor. Think of them as kolokythokeftedes, but shaped like little meatballs — easy to grab, crisp on the outside, tender inside... my, they are to die for :)

Made with zucchini, potatoes, fresh spring onions, dill, and parsley, they’re a tasty option for a light meal or mezé platter. I often make them for a bbq, with a bowl of tzatziki and a Greek salad (Horiatiki).

Menu #5 (Greek again :)

 Menu of 12/02/2025 (Click to find all my Menu ideas so far. )

A Taste of Greece: Healthy and comforting

Here’s another Greek-inspired menu featuring Keftedakia (Greek meatballs) as the starter and Fakes Soupa (lentil soup) as the main course:

🥗 The Starter: Keftedakia (Greek Meatballs)

Flavorful meatballs made with ground beef, onions, garlic and herbs. Serve with a side of tzatziki sauce and pita bread.

🥘 The Main Dish: Fakes Soupa (Greek Lentil Soup)

A hearty, comforting soup made with lentils, carrots, onions, garlic, and tomatoes, seasoned with olive oil and vinegar, and topped with crumbled feta and Kalamata olives.

Crusty Bread (for dipping in the soup)

Steamed Broccoli with Olive oil and Lemon (light and fresh)

🍫 The Sweet Finale:

• Baklava (flaky pastry filled with nuts and soaked in honey syrup)
• Greek Yogurt with Honey & Walnuts (simple and satisfying)

Drinks

• Assyrtiko Wine (a crisp white wine from Greece, great with Mediterranean flavors)
• Ouzo (a traditional Greek aperitif, served chilled)
• Sparkling Water (with lemon slices)

✨ Are you tempted? Let me know in the comments! ✨

Kali orexi! 🍽️

Home-burgers with vegetables in the oven

Remember my home-burgers? Or the delicious keftedakia? With the same way and the same unbeatable taste, but in a different shape, enjoy them today in the oven with potatoes, mushrooms and peppers.

Greek Meatballs (Keftedakia)

Do you remember my home-burgers?
With the same recipe, you can make mini-burgers that you fry in a big frying-pan with good olive-oil and in greek we call them keftedakia that stands for meatballs :)
It is great for a buffet and kids and adults get crazy with them. So crazy, that I did not manage to get a photo from mine when done as they disappeared immediately!   
[updated] I managed to do again in order to show you the result...