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Lithuania Cuisine

Europe · Northern Europe

53 recipes

Signature Lithuania Dishes

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Aguoniniai Vyniotiniai

Sweet, spiral-shaped rolls filled with a rich poppy seed paste. These fragrant pastries are a popular treat, especially during holidays and celebrations, offering a delightful balance of soft dough and flavorful filling.

Lithuania·Easy·45 minutes

Buckwheat and Mushroom Patties

Hearty and flavorful patties made from cooked buckwheat groats and sautéed mushrooms, bound together with egg and a touch of flour. These vegetarian patties are a comforting and nutritious dish, often served with a side of sour cream or a mushroom sauce.

Lithuania·Easy·50 minutes

Bulviniai Blynai

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these traditional Lithuanian potato pancakes are a beloved staple, often served with sour cream or applesauce.

Lithuania·Easy·1 hour 25 minutes

Bulvių Kugelis su Grietine

A rustic and comforting baked potato pudding, a variation of the classic Kugelis, enriched with sour cream for a creamier texture and served with a dollop of more sour cream.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Bulvių Sūrio Troškinys

A comforting and hearty casserole featuring layers of sliced potatoes, a creamy cheese sauce, and often enhanced with savory additions like bacon or mushrooms. It's a staple in Lithuanian home cooking, known for its simplicity and satisfying flavors.

Lithuania·Hard·2 hours 15 minutes

Cepelinai

Cepelinai, also known as 'Zeppelins' due to their shape, are a traditional Lithuanian dish consisting of large, oval-shaped dumplings made from grated raw and boiled potatoes, filled with seasoned ground meat (often pork), and typically served with a sour cream and bacon sauce. It's considered the national dish of Lithuania.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Grikiai ir Grybų Užkepas

A hearty and earthy casserole combining the nutty flavor of buckwheat groats with savory mushrooms and aromatic vegetables, baked to a comforting finish. This dish is a testament to the simple yet satisfying nature of Lithuanian home cooking.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Grybų Sriuba su Minkštimu

A hearty and comforting soup featuring earthy mushrooms and chewy barley, simmered in a savory broth with aromatic vegetables. This dish is a staple in Lithuanian cuisine, often prepared during colder months for its warming and nourishing qualities.

Lithuania·Advanced·1 hour 55 minutes (plus aging time)

Kaledu Pyragas

A rich and fruity rye bread, traditionally baked for Christmas. This dense loaf is packed with dried fruits and a hint of malt, making it a festive and flavorful centerpiece for holiday celebrations.

Lithuania·Medium·60 minutes

Keptazuvienė

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring pan-fried fish, potatoes, and vegetables, often enriched with sour cream for a creamy finish. It's a comforting dish that showcases the bounty of Lithuanian rivers and lakes.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Kibinai

Kibinai are traditional Karaim pastries, typically filled with minced lamb and onion. This Dainava style variation often features a richer dough and a slightly different spice profile, offering a savory and satisfying bite.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Kibinai

Traditional Karaim pastries filled with seasoned minced meat, encased in a tender, slightly tangy sour cream dough. Kibinai are a beloved Lithuanian snack or light meal, enjoyed hot or cold.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 45 minutes

Kugelis

Kugelis is a hearty and comforting Lithuanian potato pudding, often described as a potato casserole or cake. Made primarily from grated potatoes, bacon, onions, and eggs, it's baked until golden brown and typically served with sour cream and dill.

Lithuania·Medium·2 hours

Kugelis su Grybais

A savory and hearty baked potato pudding, a variation of the traditional Kugelis, enriched with the earthy flavor of wild mushrooms. It's a comforting dish often served as a main course or a substantial side.

Lithuania·Easy·1 hour 25 minutes

Lithuanian Baked Fish with Vegetables

A simple yet flavorful dish where firm white fish is baked with a medley of colorful vegetables, creating a moist and healthy meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Lithuanian Beet and Barley Salad

A hearty and flavorful salad combining the earthy sweetness of beets with the chewy texture of barley, often enhanced with fresh vegetables and a light vinaigrette. This dish celebrates seasonal ingredients and is a testament to the simple yet satisfying nature of Lithuanian cuisine.

Lithuania·Easy·45 minutes

Lithuanian Buckwheat and Mushroom Porridge

A hearty and earthy porridge made with buckwheat groats and wild mushrooms, a staple in Lithuanian cuisine.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Lithuanian Buckwheat and Mushroom Stew

A hearty and earthy stew featuring buckwheat groats and a generous amount of mushrooms, often enriched with sour cream or cream for a rich flavor. This dish is a staple in Lithuanian cuisine, highlighting the country's love for mushrooms and grains.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Lithuanian Buckwheat Porridge with Mushrooms and Pork

A hearty and flavorful one-pot meal combining nutty buckwheat groats with earthy mushrooms and savory pork, a staple in Lithuanian home cooking.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Lithuanian Cabbage and Barley Stew

A hearty and nourishing stew made with sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, barley, and often pork or smoked meat, reflecting the resourceful use of staple ingredients in Lithuanian cooking.

Lithuania·Medium·3 hours

Lithuanian Cabbage and Pork Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew made with tender pork, sauerkraut, and fresh cabbage, slow-cooked with aromatic spices. This dish is a comforting staple, perfect for colder weather.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour

Lithuanian Cheese and Herb Bread

A savory and aromatic bread, infused with cheese and fresh herbs, perfect as a side dish or a snack.

Lithuania·Medium·55 minutes

Lithuanian Fish Rolls with Vegetables

Delicate whitefish or carp fillets are rolled around a flavorful filling of sautéed vegetables, creating an elegant and delicious dish. This recipe highlights the Lithuanian appreciation for fresh fish and the use of seasonal vegetables.

Lithuania·Easy·45 minutes

Lithuanian Honey and Rye Bread Crumble

A rustic and flavorful dessert that transforms humble rye bread into a delightful treat. Toasted rye breadcrumbs are mixed with honey, spices, and often fruits or nuts, then baked until golden and fragrant.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Lithuanian Honey and Rye Bread Pudding

A comforting and slightly sweet dessert made from stale rye bread, milk, eggs, honey, and often flavored with cinnamon or cardamom. It's a wonderful way to use up leftover rye bread.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 45 minutes

Lithuanian Mushroom and Barley Casserole

A savory and comforting casserole featuring earthy mushrooms and wholesome barley, baked until tender. This dish can be served as a vegetarian main or a hearty side.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Lithuanian Mushroom and Barley Soup

A hearty and comforting soup featuring earthy mushrooms and chewy barley, simmered in a flavorful broth. This soup is a staple in Lithuanian cuisine, often made with dried wild mushrooms for a deeper flavor.

Lithuania·Medium·55 minutes

Lithuanian Mushroom Dumplings

These dumplings, a testament to Lithuania's rich foraging culture, feature a savory filling of wild mushrooms encased in a tender dough. Often adapted from other cuisines, they showcase the Lithuanian knack for incorporating local ingredients into beloved dishes. Traditionally served with fried onions or leeks and a sprinkle of hemp seeds, they are a comforting and flavorful representation of Lithuanian home cooking.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Lithuanian Mushroom Soup

A hearty and aromatic mushroom soup, a staple in Lithuanian cuisine, especially during autumn. It often features a mix of wild mushrooms and is enriched with vegetables and sometimes a touch of cream or sour cream for a velvety texture.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Lithuanian Poppy Seed and Apple Strudel

A delightful strudel featuring a sweet and nutty poppy seed filling combined with tart apples, all encased in delicate layers of pastry. A perfect dessert or sweet treat.

Lithuania·Easy·35 minutes

Lithuanian Poppy Seed and Honey Cookies

Delicate, slightly crisp cookies flavored with poppy seeds and sweetened with honey, often enjoyed during festive occasions. These cookies showcase the use of poppy seeds and honey, common in Lithuanian baking.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes (plus rising time)

Lithuanian Poppy Seed Bread

A fragrant and slightly sweet bread, rich with the nutty flavor of poppy seeds. This bread is often made for special occasions, particularly Christmas Eve, and can be enjoyed on its own or with butter.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes (plus rising time)

Lithuanian Poppy Seed Rolls

Sweet, spiral-shaped rolls filled with a rich, aromatic poppy seed paste. These are a beloved treat, often enjoyed during holidays and special occasions, with a tender, slightly sweet dough and a generous poppy seed filling.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Lithuanian Potato and Mushroom Casserole

A hearty and comforting casserole featuring layers of thinly sliced potatoes, sautéed mushrooms, and onions, baked in a creamy sauce. This dish highlights the importance of potatoes and mushrooms in Lithuanian cuisine.

Lithuania·Medium·1 hour

Lithuanian Rye Bread and Apple Dessert

A comforting and rustic dessert featuring layers of moist rye bread, sweet apples, and a hint of spice, often served warm.

Lithuania·Hard·1 hour 45 minutes (plus chilling time)

Lithuanian Rye Bread Torte

A unique and rich dessert, this torte showcases the versatility of rye bread in Lithuanian cuisine. Layers of delicate, egg-rich cake are interspersed with a creamy filling and often a fruit preserve, creating a complex flavor profile with hints of spice and citrus. It's a celebratory cake, often reserved for special occasions, reflecting a tradition of using humble ingredients to create something extraordinary.

Lithuania·Medium·55 minutes (plus chilling time)

Lithuanian Savory Cheese Pastries

These are versatile savory pastries, often made with a simple shortcrust dough filled with a variety of ingredients, with cheese being a popular choice. They can be baked in various shapes and are perfect as a snack or a light meal.

Lithuania·Easy·45 minutes

Lithuanian Smoked Fish and Potato Salad

A refreshing and flavorful salad that combines tender boiled potatoes with flaky smoked fish, often dressed with a tangy mayonnaise-based dressing and fresh herbs. This salad is a popular choice for gatherings and light meals, showcasing Lithuania's rich fishing traditions.

Lithuania·Easy·15 minutes

Lithuanian Smoked Fish Pâté

A rich and flavorful pâté made with smoked fish, typically herring or mackerel, blended with cream cheese, herbs, and a hint of lemon. Perfect as an appetizer spread on rye bread.

Lithuania·Medium·2 hours

Lithuanian Sour Rye Bread Soup

A hearty and tangy soup made with a fermented rye starter (zakwas), this dish is a staple in Lithuanian cuisine, often enjoyed during holidays and colder months. It typically includes white sausage, bacon, potatoes, and a touch of cream for richness.

Lithuania·Medium·40 minutes

Lithuanian Sweet Cheese Dumplings

Tender, delicate dumplings filled with a sweet farmer's cheese mixture, often studded with raisins. These are a comforting and nostalgic dish, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dessert, typically served with sour cream and powdered sugar.

Lithuania·Easy·35 minutes

Lithuanian Sweet Cheese Pancakes with Berries

Delicate and slightly sweet pancakes made with farmer's cheese (tvarog), pan-fried until golden and often served with fresh berries and a dollop of sour cream or sweetened condensed milk.

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

Medutis

A rich and moist layered cake infused with honey and spices, often enjoyed during celebrations. The layers are typically thin and become soft as the cake rests.

Lithuania·Hard·3 hours 45 minutes - 4 hours 45 minutes

Raguolis

Raguolis, also known as Šakotis, is a traditional Lithuanian spit cake made by repeatedly pouring batter onto a rotating spit over an open flame. Its distinctive tree-like shape and delicate, buttery flavor make it a festive centerpiece for celebrations.

Lithuania·Easy·1 hour 20 minutes

Ruginė Duonà ir Obuolių Desertà

A comforting and rustic dessert featuring layers of softened rye bread and sweet, spiced apples, baked until tender. This dish highlights the traditional use of rye bread in Lithuanian cuisine, often as a base for sweet preparations.

Lithuania·Easy·20 minutes active, plus chilling time

Šaltibarščiai

Šaltibarščiai is a vibrant pink, cold beet soup, a quintessential Lithuanian summer dish. It's made with kefir or buttermilk, boiled beets, cucumbers, hard-boiled eggs, and fresh dill and chives, offering a refreshing and slightly tangy flavor.

Lithuania·Easy·45 minutes (plus chilling time)

Šaltibarščiai

A vibrant pink, refreshing cold soup perfect for summer. Made with kefir or buttermilk, cooked beets, cucumbers, and fresh dill, it's a visually striking and delightfully tangy dish, traditionally served with boiled potatoes.

Lithuania·Medium·2 hours

Skilandis Stuffed Pork Loin

A hearty and flavorful dish where a pork loin is stuffed with a mixture inspired by the traditional Lithuanian Skilandis sausage, featuring smoked meat, barley, and herbs.

Lithuania·Hard·1 hour 45 minutes

Skruzdeliene

A unique and visually striking layered cake made from thin, crispy dough strips baked until golden and then layered with a rich honey-walnut filling. It's a festive dessert that's both crunchy and sweet.

Lithuania·Hard·1 hour 15 minutes

Skruzdėlynas

Skruzdėlynas is a traditional Lithuanian dessert made from thin, fried dough strips layered with a sweet condensed milk and poppy seed mixture, resembling an anthill. It's a rich, sweet, and crunchy treat.

Lithuania·Medium·50 minutes

Virtinukai su Varške

Virtinukai su varške are delightful, slightly sweet dumplings filled with farmer's cheese, often served as a dessert or a light meal. They are typically boiled and then pan-fried for a crispy exterior, then drizzled with sour cream and jam.

Lithuania·Medium·40 minutes

Virtinukai su Varške ir Razinomis

Delicate, tender dumplings filled with a sweet and creamy farmer's cheese mixture, studded with plump raisins. These are a beloved comfort food, often served as a sweet breakfast or a light dessert, typically accompanied by sour cream, jam, or powdered sugar.

Lithuania·Hard·1 hour 55 minutes

Zrazy su Grybais

Tender beef cutlets are pounded thin, filled with a savory mixture of sautéed mushrooms, onions, and rye breadcrumbs, then rolled, seared, and braised until incredibly tender. This dish showcases a classic Lithuanian approach to preparing meat with earthy, robust flavors.

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