Mămăligă is a staple in Romanian cuisine, a cornmeal porridge often served as a side dish with various stews and cheeses. ¹⁾

Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with a mixture of ground pork, rice, and spices, often cooked in a tomato sauce. ²⁾

Mici, also known as “mititei,” are grilled sausages made from a blend of ground meats and spices, often enjoyed with mustard and bread. ³⁾

Ciorbă is a sour soup often made with ingredients like vegetables, meat, and sour cream, offering a unique balance of flavors. ⁴⁾

Mămăligă cu brânză și smântână is a dish made from slices of mămăligă topped with fresh cheese and sour cream. ⁵⁾

Zacuscă is a spread made from roasted eggplant, red peppers, tomatoes, and spices, often enjoyed on bread or as a dip. ⁶⁾

Papanăși are fried doughnuts made from a mixture of cottage cheese, eggs, and semolina, often served with sour cream and jam. ⁷⁾

Caltaboș is a traditional sausage made from various meats, often combined with rice or barley and seasoned with spices. ⁸⁾

Mucenici are sweet pastries shaped like the number 8, often boiled and then served with a walnut and honey sauce. ⁹⁾

Plăcinte are savory pastries filled with ingredients like cheese, potatoes, cabbage, or meat, enjoyed as snacks or side dishes. ¹⁰⁾

Fasole bătută is a dish made from mashed white beans seasoned with garlic, often served as a spread or dip. ¹¹⁾

Ciorbă de burtă is a tripe soup often enjoyed as a traditional dish in Romania. ¹²⁾

Mărțișor is a Romanian tradition that celebrates the arrival of spring, often involving the giving of small, red and white tokens. ¹³⁾

Covrigi are pretzel-like bread products often sold by street vendors and enjoyed as a snack or quick breakfast. ¹⁴⁾

Varză à la Cluj is a dish made from sautéed cabbage cooked with bacon, spices, and often topped with sour cream. ¹⁵⁾