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Romania Cuisine

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Ardei Umpluți

Ardei Umpluți are a beloved Romanian dish of bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground meat (typically pork and beef), rice, and aromatic vegetables, then simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. These peppers are tender and hearty, offering a complete and satisfying meal.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Bors de Ciuperci

A hearty and flavorful vegetarian borscht made with mushrooms, vegetables, and a distinct sourness from borș (fermented wheat bran liquid). This soup is a staple in Romanian cuisine, especially during fasting periods, offering a comforting and nutritious meal.

Romania·Medium·1 hour

Bulz Ciobanesc

Bulz Ciobanesc is a hearty and rustic Romanian dish, essentially a baked polenta cake often filled with cheese and sometimes sausage or bacon. It's a comforting and flavorful meal, perfect for a cold day.

Romania·Medium·3 hours 25 minutes

Ciolan cu Varză Călită

A hearty and comforting Romanian dish featuring slow-braised pork knuckle served over a bed of sweet and savory braised cabbage. The pork becomes incredibly tender, and its juices infuse the cabbage, creating a rich and flavorful meal.

Romania·Medium·4 hours 15 minutes

Ciorbă de Burtă

A rich and creamy Romanian tripe soup, renowned for its tender tripe, pungent garlic, and tangy vinegar. Traditionally considered a potent hangover cure, this soup is a beloved comfort food across the Balkans.

Romania·Medium·3 hours

Ciorbă de Fasole Afumată

A hearty and flavorful Romanian soup made with smoked meats and beans, offering a rich, smoky depth. It's a comforting dish often enjoyed during colder months.

Romania·Medium·3 hours

Ciorbă de Fasole cu Afumătură

A hearty and flavorful Romanian stew made with white beans, smoked meat, and aromatic vegetables. This dish is a staple, especially during colder months, and is often enjoyed on Romania's National Day.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Ciorbă de Legume cu Afumătură și Tarhon

A hearty and flavorful Romanian vegetable soup featuring smoky cured meat and the distinct aroma of tarragon.

Romania·Easy·50 minutes

Ciorbă de Legume de Primăvară

A light and vibrant Romanian soup bursting with fresh spring vegetables, often soured with lemon or vinegar. It's a celebration of seasonal produce.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Ciorbă de Perisoare

A hearty and comforting sour soup featuring small, flavorful meatballs simmered in a tangy broth with vegetables and herbs.

Romania·Easy·1 hour

Ciorbă de Praz

Ciorbă de Praz is a traditional Romanian sour soup primarily made with leeks and a variety of other vegetables. It's known for its refreshing and slightly tangy flavor, often enhanced with borș (fermented wheat bran) or a touch of sour cream. This hearty yet light soup is a comforting dish, perfect as a starter or a light meal.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Ciorbă de Praz cu Afumătură

A hearty and flavorful leek and smoked meat soup, often enriched with a touch of sour cream and dill. This is a comforting and rustic dish, perfect for cooler weather.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Ciorbă de Pui cu Legume Rădăcinoase

A hearty and flavorful Romanian chicken soup packed with root vegetables, offering a comforting and nutritious meal.

Romania·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Ciorbă de Pui cu Tăiței

A comforting and flavorful chicken noodle soup, a staple in Romanian cuisine, known for its clear broth, tender chicken, and delicate noodles.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Ciorbă de Rădăcini

A hearty and flavorful Romanian root vegetable soup, known for its earthy flavors and nourishing qualities. It typically includes a variety of root vegetables and is often soured with lemon juice or bors.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Ciorbă Țărănească de Legume

A hearty and rustic peasant-style vegetable soup, Ciorbă Țărănească de Legume is a staple in Romanian cuisine, known for its diverse array of vegetables and slightly sour, comforting flavor. It's often made with seasonal produce and can include meat or be prepared as a vegetarian dish.

Romania·Medium·1 hour

Ciulama de Pui cu Ciuperci

A comforting and classic Romanian stew featuring tender pieces of chicken and earthy mushrooms in a rich, creamy sauce. This dish, known as Ciulama de Pui cu Ciuperci, is often served with mămăligă (polenta) and is a staple in Romanian home cooking.

Romania·Medium·45 minutes (plus chilling time)

Cornulețe

Cornulețe are traditional Romanian crescent-shaped cookies, often filled with fruit jam, walnuts, or Turkish delight. They are buttery, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth, perfect for holidays and special occasions.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 50 minutes

Covrigi

Covrigi are traditional Romanian pretzels, a popular street food known for their chewy interior and slightly crisp exterior. Made from a simple yeast dough, they are boiled briefly in a baking soda solution before baking, which gives them their characteristic texture and glossy finish. Often sprinkled with salt or sesame seeds.

Romania·Medium·3 hours 30 minutes (including rising time)

Cozonac

Cozonac is a rich, sweet, leavened bread, often prepared for holidays like Christmas and Easter. It's characterized by its soft, brioche-like texture and is typically filled with walnuts, cocoa, or poppy seeds, creating a beautiful spiral when sliced. The dough is enriched with eggs, butter, and milk, and often flavored with citrus zest or vanilla.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 45 minutes

Dovlecei Umpluți cu Carne

Dovlecei Umpluți cu Carne (Stuffed Zucchini with Meat) is a classic Romanian dish where hollowed-out zucchini are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and herbs, then baked in a tomato-based sauce.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Fasole Frecată

Fasole Frecată is a traditional Romanian dish of creamy mashed white beans, often seasoned with garlic and topped with caramelized onions. It's a hearty and flavorful dish, typically served as a spread or a side dish, and is particularly popular during fasting periods or as a comforting winter meal.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Găluște cu Prune

Găluște cu prune are a beloved Romanian dessert, featuring tender potato-based dumplings encasing sweet plums, coated in crispy, buttery breadcrumbs. They are a comforting and traditional treat, especially popular in autumn when plums are in season.

Romania·Easy·35 minutes

Galuște de Mălai cu Brânză și Smântână

Soft, tender dumplings made from cornmeal, cheese (usually telemea or feta), and eggs, often served as a side dish or a light main course, topped with generous dollops of sour cream.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Ghiveci de Legume la Cuptor

A hearty and flavorful baked vegetable stew, Ghiveci is a staple of Romanian cuisine, showcasing a medley of seasonal vegetables slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic herbs and spices. This version focuses on a rich, oven-baked preparation.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Iahnie de Fasole Afumată

A smoky and hearty Romanian white bean stew, slow-cooked with smoked sausage and seasoned with paprika and summer savory. This dish is a comforting and flavorful representation of Romanian peasant cuisine.

Romania·Easy·2.5-3.5 hours

Magiun de Prune

Magiun de prune is a traditional Romanian plum jam, often made without added sugar, relying on the natural sweetness of the plums. It's a thick, concentrated spread with a deep, rich flavor, perfect for toast, pastries, or as a filling.

Romania·Easy·25 minutes

Mămăligă

Mămăligă is a staple in Romanian cuisine, a hearty and versatile cornmeal porridge that can be served soft like a side dish or firm enough to be sliced. It's known for its simplicity, affordability, and its role as a comforting accompaniment to various Romanian dishes.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 15 minutes

Mămăligă cu Brânză și Sărmăluțe de Post

A comforting vegetarian meal featuring creamy polenta (mămăligă) served with small, flavorful cabbage rolls (sărmăluțe) filled with a mixture of grains and vegetables.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Miel cu Tarragon și Măsline

A flavorful Romanian lamb stew featuring the aromatic herb tarragon, complemented by briny olives and a rich, savory sauce. This dish offers a delightful balance of herbaceous and savory notes, perfect for a comforting meal.

Romania·Medium·10-15 minutes (plus marination)

Mititei (Mici) - Romanian Grilled Sausages

Mititei, often called 'Mici', are small, skinless grilled sausages that are a quintessential Romanian street food and barbecue favorite. Made from a flavorful blend of ground meats, garlic, and a unique mix of spices, they are juicy, savory, and incredibly satisfying.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Musaca de Cartofi

A comforting and savory Romanian-style shepherd's pie, Musaca de Cartofi features a layer of seasoned ground meat topped with sliced potatoes and baked until golden and bubbly. It's a hearty dish perfect for family meals.

Romania·Easy·1 hour

Ostropel de Pui

A flavorful Romanian chicken stew, often made with chicken legs, simmered in a rich tomato and garlic sauce. It's a comforting dish with influences from Balkan and Turkish cuisines.

Romania·Medium·35 minutes

Papanasi

Papanasi are a beloved Romanian dessert consisting of sweet cheese doughnuts, typically fried until golden and served warm with a generous topping of sour cream and fruit preserves, most commonly blueberry jam.

Romania·Medium·1 hour

Paprikas de Pește

Paprikas de Pește is a flavorful Romanian fish stew, a variation of the classic paprikash, featuring tender pieces of fish simmered in a rich sauce of onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and sweet paprika. It's often enhanced with white wine and herbs, and traditionally served with polenta or potatoes.

Romania·Medium·50 minutes

Paprikas de Pește

A flavorful Romanian fish stew, similar to a goulash but made with fish. It features tender fish pieces simmered in a rich, paprika-infused sauce with onions, tomatoes, and white wine, often served with polenta.

Romania·Easy·50 minutes

Paprikás de Pește Românesc

A flavorful Romanian fish stew featuring fish cooked in a rich paprika-infused sauce with onions, tomatoes, and white wine. It's often served with polenta.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 45 minutes (plus cooling time)

Pasca

Pasca is a traditional Romanian Easter bread, characterized by its rich, sweet dough and a creamy, cheesecake-like filling. It's often braided or decorated with a cross on top, symbolizing Easter.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Pastramă de oaie la tavă

A hearty and flavorful dish of cured and spiced mutton, baked until tender and served with a rich sauce. This is a regional specialty, often found in mountainous areas.

Romania·Medium·1 hour

Plachie de Caras cu Mămăligă

A traditional Romanian fish dish featuring crucian carp baked with aromatic vegetables and herbs, served alongside creamy mămăligă (polenta). This dish highlights the simple, fresh flavors of Romanian cuisine, especially in regions with abundant waterways.

Romania·Easy·1 hour

Plachie de Pește

A rustic and flavorful Romanian dish featuring fish baked with a medley of vegetables like onions, peppers, and tomatoes, seasoned with garlic and herbs. Traditionally served with mămăligă (polenta), it's a comforting and delicious meal.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Plachie de Pește cu Mămăligă

Plachie de Pește is a traditional Romanian dish where fish is baked with a flavorful medley of vegetables, garlic, and tomatoes, creating a moist and aromatic meal. It is typically served with mămăligă (polenta), which perfectly complements the rich sauce.

Romania·Easy·45 minutes

Plachie de Zargan cu Roșii și Ceapă

A simple yet delicious baked mackerel dish from the Danube Delta region, featuring tender fish cooked with tomatoes, onions, and aromatic herbs.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes - 1 hour 25 minutes

Plăcintă cu Brânză Sărată

A traditional Romanian savory pie featuring a filling of brânză de vaci (cow's cheese) or telemea, often mixed with dill and eggs, encased in a flaky pastry. It can be baked or fried.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Plăcintă cu Brânză Sărată

A traditional Romanian savory pie featuring a flaky crust filled with a rich, tangy mixture of brânză de oi (sheep's cheese), eggs, and sometimes a hint of dill or other herbs. It's often baked until golden brown and can be served as a main course or a hearty snack.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 25 minutes

Plăcintă de Pește cu Legume

A savory and comforting pie featuring flaky fish baked with a medley of seasonal vegetables, herbs, and a hint of cheese, all encased in a tender pastry crust. This dish is a delightful representation of Romanian home-style baking, often prepared for family gatherings.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Pui Caramelizat cu Ceapă și Usturoi

Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked with a generous amount of caramelized onions and garlic, creating a rich, sweet, and savory sauce. This dish is a testament to the simple yet profound flavors of Romanian home cooking.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Pui Caramellizat cu Ceapă și Usturoi

A flavorful Romanian dish featuring tender chicken pieces slowly cooked with caramelized onions and garlic until golden brown and succulent. This recipe highlights the natural sweetness of the ingredients and is often served with mămăligă (polenta) or mashed potatoes.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Pui cu Mămăligă și Sos de Usturoi

A comforting Romanian dish featuring tender chicken pieces served with creamy mămăligă (polenta) and a pungent garlic sauce.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Pui cu Măsline și Vin Alb

A flavorful Romanian chicken stew featuring tender chicken pieces simmered with olives, white wine, and tomatoes, creating a dish that is both rustic and elegant. It's a delightful representation of Romanian home cooking.

Romania·Medium·1 hour

Pui cu Smântână și Mămăligă

A comforting Romanian dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a rich sour cream sauce, traditionally served with creamy mămăligă (polenta). This recipe focuses on a simple yet flavorful preparation, highlighting the creamy texture of the sauce and the hearty accompaniment of polenta.

Romania·Easy·1 hour

Pui cu Smântână și Mărar

A comforting Romanian dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich, creamy sauce made with sour cream, flavored with fresh dill. It's often served with mămăligă (polenta) or mashed potatoes.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Pui de Cioban la Tavă

A hearty and flavorful baked chicken dish, often prepared in a cast-iron skillet or baking dish, featuring tender chicken pieces combined with vegetables and savory seasonings. It's a comforting, rustic meal perfect for family gatherings.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Pui de Moldova

Pui de Moldova is a traditional Romanian dish from the Moldavia region, featuring tender chicken pieces braised in a rich, savory sauce, often with a hint of garlic and herbs. It's a comforting and flavorful main course that showcases simple, rustic cooking.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Pui de Război

Pui de Război, or 'War Chicken,' is a rustic and flavorful Romanian dish that traditionally uses tougher cuts of chicken, simmered until tender with vegetables and spices. It's a hearty, comforting meal that showcases resourcefulness in Romanian home cooking.

Romania·Medium·40 minutes

Pui Shanghai

Pui Shanghai is a popular Romanian dish of crispy fried chicken pieces, often served as an appetizer or main course. It features chicken breast cut into strips, coated in a seasoned batter, and double-fried for extra crispiness. While its name suggests an Asian origin, it has been adapted and localized in Romania, becoming a favorite in pubs and homes alike.

Romania·Medium·2 hours

Pui Umplut cu Ciuperci și Mărar

A flavorful whole roasted chicken stuffed with a savory mixture of mushrooms, fresh dill, and aromatic herbs, offering a taste of traditional Romanian home cooking.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Pui Umplut cu Nuci și Mere

A festive and flavorful roast chicken dish, popular for special occasions, featuring a savory-sweet stuffing of walnuts, apples, and aromatic herbs.

Romania·Medium·3 hours

Roman-Style Lamb and Artichoke Stew

A flavorful and tender lamb stew, characteristic of Romanian cuisine, featuring tender lamb shoulder slow-cooked with artichoke hearts, garlic, and aromatic herbs. This dish offers a delightful balance of savory and herbaceous notes, perfect for a comforting meal.

Romania·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Romanian Fish Stew with Polenta

A rustic and flavorful fish stew featuring firm white fish baked with a rich tomato and vegetable sauce, served alongside creamy mămăligă (polenta). This dish is a staple in Romanian cuisine, especially in regions near rivers and the Danube Delta.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Romanian Lamb and Apricot Stew

A rich and aromatic lamb stew, slow-cooked with the sweetness of dried apricots and a blend of traditional Romanian spices. This dish offers a delightful interplay of savory and sweet, with tender lamb that melts in your mouth.

Romania·Easy·1 hour

Salată de Vinete

Salată de Vinete (Romanian Eggplant Salad) is a smoky and creamy spread made from roasted eggplants, typically mixed with finely chopped onion, sunflower oil, lemon juice, and salt. It's a popular appetizer served with bread.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 45 minutes

Sarmale de Post

A Lenten version of the beloved Romanian cabbage rolls, filled with a savory mixture of rice, vegetables, and herbs, simmered in a flavorful tomato broth.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Stufat de Miel

A traditional Romanian spring lamb stew, celebrated for its fresh flavors of lamb, spring onions, garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs. Typically enjoyed during Easter, it's a vibrant and tender dish perfect for any season.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Stufat de Miel cu Mărar

A fragrant and tender spring lamb stew, traditionally made with young lamb, abundant fresh dill, and green onions. This dish captures the essence of Romanian spring cuisine, often prepared around Easter.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Stufat de Miel cu Prune

A rich and flavorful lamb stew, Stufat de Miel cu Prune, combines tender lamb with the sweet and tart notes of plums, creating a unique and comforting dish. This slow-cooked stew is a delightful exploration of Romanian culinary traditions, balancing savory and fruity elements.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Stufat de Miel cu Usturoi Verde și Ceapă Verde

A traditional Romanian spring lamb stew, celebrating the fresh flavors of the season with tender lamb, abundant green garlic, and spring onions, often prepared during Easter. It's a light yet flavorful dish, typically served with polenta.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Stufat de Miel Românește

A traditional Romanian spring lamb stew that celebrates the season with tender lamb and fresh herbs. This hearty dish is often prepared for Easter and is best served with polenta.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Tocăniță de Pui cu Smântână

A comforting and creamy chicken stew, simmered in a rich sauce made with sour cream, onions, and often flavored with paprika and dill. It's a hearty dish typically served with mămăligă or mashed potatoes.

Romania·Medium·2 hours 25 minutes

Tocăniță de Vită cu Legume

A hearty and comforting Romanian beef stew, slow-cooked with root vegetables and seasoned with paprika and bay leaves. This dish is a staple in Romanian homes, perfect for a chilly evening.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Tochitură de Porc cu Mămăliguță și Ouă Prăjite

A rustic and hearty Transylvanian specialty, Tochitură de Porc is a rich stew made with pork, often including various pork cuts and smoked meats, simmered with garlic and spices. It's traditionally served with creamy mămăliguță (polenta) and topped with a fried egg, creating a deeply satisfying meal.

Romania·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Tochitură Moldovenească

A hearty and rustic Moldavian specialty featuring pan-fried pork, sausages, and often liver, served with mămăligă (polenta), garlic sauce, and a fried egg.

Romania·Easy·50 minutes

Transylvanian Potato and Cheese Dumplings

Găluște de cartofi cu brânză are a delightful Transylvanian specialty, these soft and savory dumplings are made from mashed potatoes, cheese, and flour, then boiled until tender. They are often served as a side dish or a light main course, typically with sour cream and dill.

Romania·Hard·3 hours 15 minutes

Varză a la Cluj cu Mămăliguță

A hearty and beloved Romanian dish, 'Varză a la Cluj' is a baked casserole of layered sauerkraut, minced meat (typically pork and beef), and rice, slow-cooked to perfection. It's traditionally served with a side of creamy mămăliguță (polenta).

Romania·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Zacuscă de Vinete

A rich and flavorful roasted eggplant and vegetable spread, often enjoyed as an appetizer or side dish, especially during autumn and winter.

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