Bulgarian Cuisine

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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