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Bulgaria Cuisine

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Apricot Chicken

A delightful Bulgarian dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a sweet and tangy apricot sauce. This recipe often incorporates warming spices, creating a fragrant and flavorful meal that is both comforting and elegant.

Bulgaria·Medium·50 minutes

Banitsa

A traditional Bulgarian baked pastry made with layers of phyllo dough filled with a mixture of eggs, yogurt, and white cheese (similar to feta). It can be sweet or savory, but the most common version is cheese-filled.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Bob Chorba

A hearty and flavorful traditional Bulgarian bean soup, often considered a national dish. It's characterized by its rich taste, often enhanced with dried mint and vegetables.

Bulgaria·Easy·40 minutes

Bulgarian Baked Fish with Tomatoes and Herbs

A simple yet elegant dish where white fish fillets are baked with fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, and a generous amount of dill and parsley, creating a light and aromatic meal.

Bulgaria·Medium·4 hours 20 minutes

Bulgarian Baked Lamb with Rice

A traditional Bulgarian dish where tender lamb is marinated and slow-baked with aromatic herbs, then served over a bed of fluffy rice, often topped with a creamy yogurt-egg mixture.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Bulgarian Baked Rice with Vegetables

A comforting and hearty baked rice dish, layered with a variety of seasonal vegetables and seasoned with traditional Bulgarian herbs and spices.

Bulgaria·Easy·55 minutes

Bulgarian Baked Yogurt with Honey and Walnuts

A simple yet elegant dessert made from thick, strained yogurt that is baked until slightly set, then drizzled with local honey and topped with crunchy walnuts.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken and Apricot Tagine

A fragrant and slightly sweet tagine featuring tender chicken pieces simmered with dried apricots, onions, garlic, and a blend of Bulgarian spices. This dish offers a delightful fusion of savory and sweet, reminiscent of traditional Bulgarian fruit and meat combinations.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken and Mushroom Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken pieces, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a rich, savory broth. This dish embodies the comforting and rustic nature of Bulgarian home cooking, often prepared with seasonal ingredients.

Bulgaria·Easy·35 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken Liver Pâté

A rich and flavorful chicken liver pâté, often enhanced with onions, garlic, and a touch of brandy or wine, commonly served as a spread or appetizer.

Bulgaria·Easy·45 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken Liver Stew with Onions and Peppers

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken livers simmered with sweet peppers, onions, and a hint of paprika, often served with crusty bread.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken with Rice

Pile s Oriz is a comforting and flavorful Bulgarian one-pot dish where tender chicken pieces are baked with rice, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a hearty and satisfying meal.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken with Sour Cherries and Walnuts

A delightful and slightly unusual Bulgarian dish featuring tender chicken pieces braised in a savory sauce infused with the tartness of sour cherries and the crunch of walnuts. This recipe offers a unique sweet and savory flavor profile, often found in regional Bulgarian cuisine.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour

Bulgarian Chicken with Tarragon

A flavorful and aromatic chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sauce infused with fresh tarragon, white wine, and a hint of Dijon mustard. This recipe offers a delightful balance of herbaceous notes and rich, savory flavors, making it a comforting and elegant meal.

Bulgaria·Easy·40 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken with Tarragon and Lemon

Tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy sauce infused with the aromatic notes of tarragon and brightened with fresh lemon. This dish is a lighter, herb-forward take on traditional Bulgarian chicken preparations.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken with Walnuts

A flavorful Bulgarian dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, savory sauce made with ground walnuts, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe offers a unique taste of Bulgarian home cooking, often served as a comforting main course.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Bulgarian Chicken with Walnuts and Herbs

Tender chicken pieces are pan-fried and then simmered in a rich, savory sauce made with ground walnuts, garlic, and a blend of aromatic Bulgarian herbs. This dish offers a delightful nutty flavor and a satisfying texture, often served with a side of rice or potatoes.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Bulgarian Fish Stew

A flavorful and hearty fish stew, often prepared with freshwater or saltwater fish, simmered with a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices. It can be enhanced with a roux or an egg-sour milk mixture, offering a comforting taste of the Bulgarian coast.

Bulgaria·Easy·35 minutes

Bulgarian Fried Zucchini with Yogurt Sauce

Crispy fried zucchini slices served with a refreshing and tangy yogurt-garlic sauce. This popular Bulgarian dish is a perfect appetizer or side, showcasing the simple yet delicious flavors of fresh zucchini.

Bulgaria·Easy·15 minutes

Bulgarian Kachamak with Feta and Paprika

Kachamak is a hearty and comforting cornmeal porridge, often compared to Italian polenta or American grits. This Bulgarian version is enriched with the salty tang of feta cheese and a hint of smoky paprika, making it a flavorful and energizing breakfast or side dish.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Bulgarian Lamb and Vegetable Stew

A flavorful and tender lamb stew baked with a medley of vegetables like peppers, onions, and tomatoes, seasoned with fresh herbs. This dish is often prepared in a traditional clay pot (gyuvech) for a rustic and deeply satisfying meal.

Bulgaria·Medium·3 hours

Bulgarian Lamb Kavarma with Herbs

A hearty and aromatic stew featuring tender lamb slow-cooked with a medley of vegetables and a generous infusion of traditional Bulgarian herbs.

Bulgaria·Medium·4 hours 25 minutes

Bulgarian Lamb with Rice and Herbs

A hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender lamb baked with aromatic rice and a blend of fresh herbs, creating a comforting and traditional Bulgarian meal.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 25 minutes

Bulgarian Lamb with Yogurt and Herbs

A tender and aromatic dish featuring lamb marinated in yogurt and fresh herbs, then slow-cooked to perfection. This recipe highlights the use of yogurt in Bulgarian savory cooking.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Bulgarian Meatball Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup featuring small, tender meatballs, rice, and vegetables simmered in a savory broth. Often finished with a touch of yogurt and lemon for a bright, tangy finish.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Bulgarian Moussaka

A comforting baked dish featuring layers of ground meat (usually pork or a mix), potatoes, and a savory yogurt-egg mixture, distinct from its Greek counterpart.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Bulgarian Pork and Leek Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender pork simmered with leeks, carrots, and peppers in a rich, savory sauce. This dish is a comforting classic, often served with rice or crusty bread.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Bulgarian Pork and Sauerkraut Kavarma

A comforting and flavorful stew combining tender pieces of pork with tangy sauerkraut, onions, peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce, seasoned with traditional Bulgarian spices. This dish embodies the hearty, rustic flavors of Bulgarian cuisine.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Bulgarian Pork and Sauerkraut Stew

A hearty and comforting Bulgarian stew featuring tender pork simmered with tangy sauerkraut, aromatic paprika, and bay leaves. This dish is a staple during colder months, showcasing the country's love for savory, slow-cooked meals.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 50 minutes

Bulgarian Pork and Sauerkraut with Smoked Paprika

A deeply flavorful and comforting stew combining tender pork shoulder with tangy sauerkraut, aromatic onions, and the distinctive smoky depth of Bulgarian sweet red pepper paste (lyutenitsa) and smoked paprika. This dish is a staple in Bulgarian winter cuisine.

Bulgaria·Easy·4 hours 20 minutes - 6 hours 20 minutes

Bulgarian Pork with Apples and Prunes

A sweet and savory slow-cooked pork dish featuring tender pork shoulder complemented by the natural sweetness of apples and prunes, creating a rich and comforting meal.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Bulgarian Pork with Plums and Apricots

A rich and flavorful Bulgarian stew featuring tender pork simmered with dried plums, apricots, and aromatic spices, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Bulgarian Pork with Plums and Herbs

A savory and slightly sweet dish featuring tender pork loin slow-cooked with dried plums, aromatic herbs, and a touch of red wine. This recipe balances the richness of the pork with the natural sweetness of the plums and the fragrant notes of traditional Bulgarian herbs.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 20 minutes

Bulgarian Pork with Prunes

A hearty and flavorful Bulgarian stew featuring tender pork simmered with sweet prunes, onions, and aromatic spices. This dish balances savory and sweet notes, making it a comforting and satisfying meal, often enjoyed during cooler months.

Bulgaria·Easy·1 hour

Bulgarian Spicy Fish Stew

A robust and flavorful fish stew, often prepared with a variety of fish, vegetables, and a hint of spice. This dish is popular in coastal regions and showcases the Bulgarian love for hearty, well-seasoned soups and stews.

Bulgaria·Hard·2 hours 45 minutes

Bulgarian Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

Tender cabbage leaves filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, rice, and aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection. Sarmi is a beloved dish in Bulgarian cuisine, often prepared for holidays and special occasions.

Bulgaria·Medium·50 minutes

Bulgarian Stuffed Peppers with Cheese and Eggs

Chushki Bjurek is a beloved Bulgarian vegetarian dish featuring roasted red peppers generously filled with a savory mixture of crumbled feta cheese and whisked eggs, then pan-fried to a golden crisp. It's a delightful appetizer or side dish, often enjoyed with a dollop of yogurt.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Bulgarian Stuffed Zucchini with Herbs and Yogurt

Tender zucchini boats filled with a savory mixture of rice, herbs, and sometimes ground meat, baked until tender and traditionally served with a cooling yogurt sauce.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Chicken with Plums and Herbs

A comforting and aromatic Bulgarian dish where tender chicken pieces are braised with sweet plums, onions, and a blend of savory herbs, creating a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and slightly tart flavors.

Bulgaria·Medium·3 hours 30 minutes

Chomlek

A hearty and flavorful slow-cooked stew featuring tender chunks of pork, aromatic vegetables, and a rich, savory broth, often seasoned with paprika and marjoram.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Gyuveche

A traditional Bulgarian baked dish, typically a hearty stew of meat and vegetables cooked slowly in a clay pot (gyuvetche). This version features pork and mixed vegetables.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Kavarma

A hearty and flavorful Bulgarian stew, traditionally slow-cooked in an earthenware pot. It typically features tender pieces of pork or chicken simmered with a variety of vegetables like onions, peppers, tomatoes, and mushrooms, seasoned with paprika and other spices.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Kavarma Chicken and Vegetables

A hearty and flavorful Bulgarian stew featuring tender chicken pieces simmered with a medley of vegetables, often including peppers, onions, tomatoes, and carrots, seasoned with paprika and other traditional spices.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Kavarma Chicken with Plums

A hearty and flavorful Bulgarian stew featuring tender chicken pieces simmered with sweet prunes, onions, peppers, and aromatic spices. This dish balances savory and sweet notes, creating a comforting and unique culinary experience.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Kavarma Pork and Vegetables

A hearty and flavorful Bulgarian stew featuring tender pork, a medley of vegetables, and aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection.

Bulgaria·Medium·3 hours 30 minutes

Kavarma s Tele

A hearty and slow-cooked veal stew, rich with vegetables and aromatic spices. Kavarma is a traditional Bulgarian dish known for its tender meat and deep flavors, often prepared in a clay pot.

Bulgaria·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Kavarma s Tele s Zelenchutsi

A hearty and flavorful Bulgarian stew featuring tender veal slow-cooked with a medley of vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and peppers, seasoned with traditional herbs. This dish is a variation of the classic Kavarma, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Bulgaria.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Kavarma Stew

A hearty and flavorful Bulgarian stew, typically made with pork or chicken, vegetables like peppers, onions, and tomatoes, and seasoned with traditional spices.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Kavarma with Fish

A flavorful Bulgarian stew featuring tender pieces of fish baked with vegetables and spices in a clay pot. This dish is a variation of the traditional meat-based Kavarma, showcasing the versatility of Bulgarian cuisine.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 25 minutes (plus chilling time)

Krem Karamel

A beloved Bulgarian dessert, Krem Karamel is a silky smooth custard with a rich, golden caramel topping. It's a classic, elegant dessert enjoyed on special occasions and everyday.

Bulgaria·Easy·35 minutes

Krumi Kruleva's Kebabche

A flavorful and juicy Bulgarian grilled minced meat dish, often made with a blend of pork and beef, seasoned with cumin and traditional spices. This recipe is inspired by a popular family rendition.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Kyopolou

A smoky and flavorful spread made from roasted eggplants, bell peppers, garlic, and tomatoes, often served as an appetizer or side dish.

Bulgaria·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 10 minutes

Patatnik

A traditional Rhodopean dish, Patatnik is a savory baked casserole made primarily from grated potatoes, sirene (Bulgarian white brine cheese), eggs, and sometimes onions and herbs, offering a comforting and delicious taste of Bulgarian mountain cuisine.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Pile s Gabi i Gabi

A hearty and comforting Bulgarian dish featuring tender chicken pieces braised with potatoes and earthy mushrooms in a savory sauce. This recipe draws inspiration from traditional Bulgarian home cooking, emphasizing simple ingredients and robust flavors.

Bulgaria·Medium·45 minutes

Pile s Gabi i Smetana

A comforting Bulgarian dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. This dish is a popular choice for family dinners, often served with rice or mashed potatoes.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Pile s Kaymak i Chushki

A comforting Bulgarian dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, creamy kaymak sauce, complemented by the sweetness of bell peppers. This dish highlights the use of kaymak, a traditional dairy product, and is often served as a hearty main course.

Bulgaria·Easy·1 hour 10 minutes

Pile s Oriz s Zeleni Podpravki

A comforting and aromatic Bulgarian dish featuring tender chicken pieces baked with rice, infused with the fresh flavors of dill and parsley, and a hint of savory spices. This one-pan meal is both hearty and flavorful, showcasing a common yet beloved way of preparing chicken and rice in Bulgarian homes.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Pileški Sarmichki

Tender chicken and rice are seasoned with herbs and spices, then carefully wrapped in brined grape leaves for a flavorful and comforting Bulgarian delicacy.

Bulgaria·Easy·55 minutes

Plakiya s Riba

A flavorful and aromatic Bulgarian dish featuring white fish baked with a medley of vegetables, herbs, and a light tomato-based sauce. It's a healthy and delicious way to enjoy fresh fish.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Pork with Prunes

A rich and savory Bulgarian dish featuring tender pork simmered with sweet prunes in a flavorful sauce, often enhanced with wine and spices. This dish balances the savory notes of pork with the natural sweetness and slight tang of prunes, creating a comforting and aromatic meal.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Rhodopean Patatnik

Patatnik is a traditional Bulgarian potato pie originating from the Rhodope Mountains. This savory dish features grated potatoes and onions mixed with eggs and Bulgarian white cheese (sirene), baked until golden and slightly crispy on the outside, with a tender, flavorful interior.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Rodopi Shepherd's Pie

A hearty and rustic Bulgarian-inspired shepherd's pie featuring a savory lamb and vegetable filling topped with a creamy mashed potato and sirene (Bulgarian feta-style cheese) crust.

Bulgaria·Medium·55 minutes

Rybna Plaki

A traditional Bulgarian dish featuring white fish baked with a medley of vegetables, herbs, and often a light tomato sauce.

Bulgaria·Easy·15 minutes

Shopska Salad

A refreshing Bulgarian salad considered a national dish, featuring chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers, all generously topped with grated white cheese (Sirene or Feta). It's dressed simply with sunflower oil and red wine vinegar.

Bulgaria·Hard·3 hours 30 minutes

Stuffed Pork Belly Rhodope Style

A rich and flavorful dish featuring tender pork belly stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground pork, herbs, and sometimes cheese, then slow-roasted to crispy perfection. This recipe draws inspiration from the Rhodope Mountains region, known for its hearty cuisine.

Bulgaria·Easy·35 minutes

Sveshtarnik

Sveshtarnik refers to marinated pork pieces grilled on skewers, often with vegetables. This dish is a popular choice for outdoor gatherings and celebrations in Bulgaria, known for its smoky flavor and tender, juicy meat.

Bulgaria·Easy·15 minutes

Tarator

A refreshing cold soup made with yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, dill, and walnuts, perfect for hot summer days.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Tikvenik

A delightful Bulgarian pastry made with thin layers of phyllo dough filled with a sweet mixture of grated pumpkin, walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon. Often enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet breakfast treat, Tikvenik is a comforting taste of Bulgarian tradition.

Bulgaria·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Свинско с ябълкови крухи

A comforting Bulgarian dish featuring tender pork loin baked with sweet and tart apple rings, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This recipe balances the savory notes of the pork with the natural sweetness of the apples, creating a harmonious and flavorful meal.

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