"Strapatsada" or "Strapatso" is a popular dish in many regions of Greece

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, due to the availability and low cost of its ingredients (fresh tomatoes, eggs and olive oil). It is often prepared "on the spot" and served for lunch or a light snack, however it can also be served cold.

Preparing strapatsada is quick and easy: the chopped or pureed tomatoes are cooked in a frying pan with olive oil and pepper until they become a thick sauce. The beaten eggs are then added and stirred to a boil. Feta

Feta

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 cheese can optionally be added just before turning off the heat (salt is usually not necessary if feta is used). Oregano

Oregano

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, thyme

Thyme

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or other dried herbs can be used as seasoning.

The dish is especially popular in the summer, when fresh tomatoes abound.