This site would not be a true guide to Greek food if there wasn't a recipe for Moussaka! This traditional dish has become an ambassador for Greek food all over the world and is found served in numerous types of food outlets. The downside of this is that the Mousaka recipe that many people have tasted, probably without even having visited Greece is far from the authentic Moussaka that is served in Greek homes. Even in Greece, it has become the standard fare of any taverna in an area with tourists and this has also weakened the quality of this dish.
However, if Moussaka is what leads you to Greek cuisine and from there to discover the delights of the flavours of the meals of Greece then it has served a purpose.
As I have said, there is so much more to Greek food than Moussaka, yet I tip my hat off to the meal that has raised global awareness of Greek cuisine.
This is an authentic recipe for Moussaka, one which my husband used to have as a child. I have used a basic method here and then included at the bottom of this recipe a few variations. My husband grew up having potato and eggplant in his moussaka and absolutely loves this recipe. Experiment and enjoy.