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Bulgarian Cuisine

Banitsa

Banitsa is a popular Bulgarian pastry made from layers of filo dough filled with ingredients like cheese, spinach, or pumpkin. 1)

Shopska Salad

Shopska salad is a traditional Bulgarian salad made from tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and peppers, often topped with feta cheese. 2)

Kavarma

Kavarma is a dish made from stewed meat (often pork or chicken) and vegetables, often cooked in a clay pot for added flavor. 3)

Lyutenitsa

Lyutenitsa is a spread made from roasted red peppers, tomatoes, and spices, often enjoyed on bread or as a condiment. 4)

Kebapche

Kebapche are grilled minced meat rolls made from a mixture of ground pork and beef, often seasoned with spices. 5)

Tarator

Tarator is a cold soup made from yogurt, cucumber, dill, and garlic, often enjoyed as a refreshing summer dish. 6)

Shkembe Chorba

Shkembe chorba is a tripe soup often enjoyed as a traditional Bulgarian dish, typically served with garlic and vinegar. 7)

Tikvenik

Tikvenik is a sweet pastry made from thin filo dough filled with a mixture of grated pumpkin, walnuts, and sugar. 8)

Meshana Skara

Meshana skara is a mixed grill often featuring a variety of meats like pork, lamb, and sausages, enjoyed with sides. 9)

Patatnik

Patatnik is a traditional Bulgarian dish made from grated potatoes mixed with onions and spices, often baked until crispy. 10)

Snezhanka Salad

Snezhanka salad is a Bulgarian yogurt-based salad made with cucumbers, garlic, and herbs. 11)

Kapama

Kapama is a slow-cooked dish made from cabbage leaves stuffed with a mixture of meat, rice, and spices, often cooked in a clay pot. 12)

Bob Chorba

Bob chorba is a bean soup made from various types of beans, often seasoned with paprika and spices. 13)

Sudjuk

Sudjuk is a type of dry, spicy sausage often made from beef, pork, or a combination of meats, and enjoyed as a snack. 14)

Mekitsa

Mekitsa are fried doughnuts made from a yeast-based dough, often served with powdered sugar or jam. 15)