Christmas Turkey: Did you know that Christmas turkey has its roots in Mexico? In 1824 this Mexican tradition became part of our Christmas traditions and until now it remains one of the main dishes in our table along with the famous Chicken Soup. Nowadays all families in Greece come together in order to prepare the most delicious Christmas Turkey, for which the recipes vary according to each family’s taste.
An Exciting Challenge: So, for this Christmas we have prepared something exciting for you and your families…We “challenge” you to watch the video of the famous Christmas Turkey recipe, and try to cook it with your family! It would be an amazing way to have fun with your beloved ones and also a chance to practice your Greek during holidays. You will have so much fun! We promise!
Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/a-zsh2rc6M8?t=401
Find the recipe in English here: https://akispetretzikis.com/en/categories/kotopoylo-galopoyla/grhgorh-christoygenniatikh-galopoyla
Find the recipe in Greek here: https://akispetretzikis.com/el/categories/kotopoylo-galopoyla/grhgorh-christoygenniatikh-galopoyla
Some useful vocabulary:
| Greek | English |
|---|---|
| γαλοπούλα | turkey |
| βούτυρο | butter |
| αλάτι | salt |
| πιπέρι | pepper |
| θυμάρι | thyme |
| λάδι | olive oil |
| σκόρδο | garlic |
| κρεμμύδι | onion |
| μέλι | honey |
| βράζω | boil |
| προθερμαίνω | preheat |
| φούρνος | oven |
| δεντρολίβανο | rosemary |
| φασκόμηλο | sage |
| κάστανα βρασμένα | chestnuts boiled |
| ξεφλουδισμένα | peeled |
| βερίκοκα | apricots |
| ξερά | dried |
| λαχανικά | vegetables |
| τηγάνι | pan |
| ψυγείο | refrigerator |
Now you‘re ready to get started!
Have fun!!
